Blossoming Sakura Mochi Soup
Celebrate the Japanese New Year with this delightful and aromatic soup. Tender mochi dumplings float gracefully in a flavorful, fragrant broth infused with the essence of cherry blossoms. This dish combines the traditions of New Year's soup with the elegance of sakura, creating a truly unique and unforgettable experience.
ingredients
- 8 cups dashi stock
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon mirin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon sakura extract
- 1 cup shiitake mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup bamboo shoots, julienned
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
- 4 pieces of sakura-colored mochi
- 1/4 cup green onions, thinly sliced
- 4 sakura flowers (optional, for garnish)
steps
- 1.
In a large pot, bring dashi stock, soy sauce, mirin, salt, and sugar to a boil.
- 2.
Add sakura extract and stir well.
- 3.
Add shiitake mushrooms, bamboo shoots, and cooked chicken. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- 4.
Grill or toast the mochi until they puff up and become golden brown.
- 5.
Place a piece of grilled mochi in each serving bowl.
- 6.
Ladle the hot soup into the bowls, covering the mochi completely.
- 7.
Garnish with green onions and sakura flowers, if desired.
- 8.
Serve immediately and enjoy the harmonious blend of flavor, texture, and seasonality.
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