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Asian Vegetable Stock

Asian Vegetable Stock

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Asian Vegetable Stock is a delightful and rich broth that serves as the perfect base for soups, stews, and noodle dishes. This homemade stock is not only packed with flavor from a variety of fresh vegetables and aromatics but also offers a nourishing, umami-rich experience.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 of a napa cabbage
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 7 slices ginger
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 2 cubes white fermented bean curd (optional)
  • 1 onion
  • 1 pound carrots
  • 8 scallions
  • 8 ounces daikon radish
  • 1 5×5 inch piece dried kelp (kombu)
  • 16 dried shiitake mushrooms
  • 16 cups water
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Cut the napa cabbage in half lengthwise, drizzle with vegetable oil, and roast for 25 minutes until caramelized.
  2. In a large stockpot, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium heat. Add ginger and garlic; sauté for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add onion, carrots, scallions, daikon radish, kelp, dried shiitake mushrooms, and water to the pot. Incorporate the roasted napa cabbage once ready.
  4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Let it simmer gently for about 4 hours.
  5. Strain the stock through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth into another container. Season with salt to taste before serving or storing.

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