Dashi

Directions

1. 1
   Put 3 cups water and the mushrooms in a nonreactive saucepan and bring to a simmer.
2. 2
   Turn the heat to low, cover, and cook at a very gentle simmer for 10 minutes.
3. 3
   Add the kombu and simmer very gently for 5 minutes.
4. 4
   Remove from the heat and add the bonito flakes.
5. 5
   Let steep, covered, for 8 minutes.
6. 6
   Strain through a fine-mesh sieve.
7. 7
   Discard the solids and use the broth as you would stock.