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quick stock from bonito flakes in a jar

Bonito Broth Recipe

Easy recipe for bonito flakes made into broth (quick fish stock) that is delicious and highly economical as a base for soups and sauces when bone broth is unavailable.

Course Appetizer
Cuisine Japanese
Keyword fast, traditional
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 1 quart
Calories 17 kcal
Author Sarah Pope

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Bring filtered water to a boil.

  2. Remove pan from heat and add a half cup of the bonito flakes.

  3. Cover and allow the bonito flakes to sink to the bottom of the pot. This will take a few minutes.

  4. Strain out the bonito flakes and discard or sprinkle them on your dog or cat's food.

  5. Add miso paste and slowly stir until well blended.

  6. The broth has a smoky, hearty flavor similar to that of beef stock.

Nutrition Facts
Bonito Broth Recipe
Amount Per Serving (1 cup)
Calories 17
% Daily Value*
Carbohydrates 3g1%
Protein 1g2%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.