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Dashi

N/A (Stock/Broth) Allergens: Fish
Dashi

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Kelp (Alariaceae), Fish (Scombridae)
  • Primary Cuisine Japanese
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Kombu (seaweed), Katsuobushi (bonito flakes)

Qu'est-ce que le/la/l'Dashi ?

A fundamental Japanese stock made from kombu (kelp) and katsuobushi (bonito flakes), providing a distinctive umami base for many dishes.

"Dashi is the secret to unlocking profound umami depth in Japanese cooking, forming the flavor backbone."

Quel goût a le/la/l'Dashi ?

Umami, savory, marine, subtle sweet

Taste
Umami, Savory, Briny, Subtly sweet
Texture
Thin, Brothy
Aroma
Oceanic, Smoky, Earthy
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Common Usage Rate

~80% of Japanese Households

Key Umami Compounds

Inosinate & Glutamate

Shelf Life (Powdered)

Up to 2 years

Valeurs nutritionnelles

Per 1 cup (240ml)
Calories3 kcal
Total Fat0 g
Saturated Fat0 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein0.5 g
Total Carbohydrate0.3 g
Dietary Fiber0 g
Total Sugars0.1 g
Calcium2 mg
Iron0.05 mg
Potassium20 mg

Le secret du chef

Never boil kombu when making dashi, as it can extract bitterness. Gently simmer just below boiling point.

Substituts & Proportions pour Dashi

Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'Dashi est Vegetable Broth (with seaweed), à utiliser dans un rapport de 1:1. For a vegan option, simmer with a piece of kombu for umami depth.

Substituts pour Dashi avec proportions
Substitut Proportion Idéal pour
Vegetable Broth (with seaweed) Meilleur 1:1 For a vegan option, simmer with a piece of kombu for umami depth.
Chicken Broth (light) 1:1 Provides a savory liquid base, but lacks characteristic umami and subtle brininess.
Mushroom Broth 1:1 Adds umami, especially with dried shiitake mushrooms, good for savory depth.
Instant Dashi Granules 1:1 (reconstituted) Convenient, but may contain MSG and other additives; follow package directions.

Comment choisir et conserver le/la/l'Dashi

  1. Buy dried kombu and katsuobushi for homemade dashi.
  2. Instant dashi granules are a convenient alternative, but check ingredients.

Quels accords culinaires avec le/la/l'Dashi ?

  • Miso
  • Tofu
  • Mushrooms
  • Noodles
  • Seafood
  • Soy sauce
  • Mirin

Questions fréquentes

Quel goût a le Dashi ?

Umami, savory, marine, subtle sweet Oceanic, Smoky, Earthy

Quel est un bon substitut pour Dashi ?

Le meilleur substitut est Vegetable Broth (with seaweed) (1:1). For a vegan option, simmer with a piece of kombu for umami depth.

Comment choisir et conserver le Dashi ?

Buy dried kombu and katsuobushi for homemade dashi. Instant dashi granules are a convenient alternative, but check ingredients.

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