How to Use Dashi Packs

Here is a complete guide on how to brew the perfect stock, plus a way to use the packet content.

1. How to Make Dashi Stock (The Basic Method)

Follow these simple steps to create a versatile soup base.

Ingredients

・1 Dashi Pack
・400ml Water

Instructions

1. Combine: Place the dashi pack and 400ml of water into a pot or kettle.

2. Soak: Use chopsticks to shake the pack firmly underwater. This helps the water penetrate the ingredients inside.

3. Boil: Bring to a boil. Once boiling, simmer on medium heat for 3 to 4 minutes.

・Simmering on low heat creates a delicate, elegant flavor.
・Tip: Simmering on high heat results in a stronger, richer stock.

4. Remove: Take the dashi pack out of the pot. Your dashi is ready!

5. Finish: Add other seasonings or ingredients to suit your dish.

　

Best Dishes for Liquid Dashi

This stock is essential for a wide variety of Japanese favorites:

・Noodles: Ramen, Udon, Soba

・Rice Bowls: Katsudon (Pork Cutlet Bowl), Gyudon (Beef Bowl)

・Everyday Sides: Miso Soup, Tamagoyaki (Rolled Omelette)

・Simmered Dishes: Nimono (Simmered vegetables/meat)

 

2. How to Use the Packet Contents 

You don't always have to boil the pack! You can tear it open and use the powder inside as a high-quality seasoning.

What’s Inside? The pack contains ground ingredients rich in Umami, such as Bonito flakes, Kombu (kelp), Shiitake mushrooms, and powdered soy sauce.

How to Use It Simply tear the packet open and add the powder directly to your food.

　

Best Dishes for Dashi Powder

・Stir-fries: Vegetable stir-fry (Yasai Itame).

・Rice: Fried Rice (Chahan), Onigiri (Rice Balls), or sprinkled over plain white rice as Furikake.

・Teppanyaki: Okonomiyaki (Japanese savory pancakes).