Oriental Mushroom Broth

By mrspolanco77

Ingredients

• 2 tsp sesame oil
• 1 small onion, minced
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 6 cups water
• 8-10 dried shiitake mushrooms
• 1-2 T soy sauce or tamari

Preparation

Step 1

Heat oil in large heavy saucepan. Add the onion and garlic and saute over medium heat until the onion is golden. Add the water, mushrooms, and soy sauce. Bring to a simmer, then simmer gently, covered for 15 minutes. Remove from the heat and let stand another 15 minutes. Strain through a fine sieve. Reserve the mushrooms, trimming them first of the rough stems. Save for another use or slice and return them to the broth.