Savory Seaweed Soup with Rice Water (No Meat)
How to Make Delicious and Nutty Seaweed Soup with Rice Water, Even Without Meat
Experience a rich and satisfying bowl of seaweed soup, made wonderfully savory with rice water. Perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients- Dried seaweed, 4 servings (approx. 10-15g)
- Rice water, 1000ml (water from the 3rd or 4th rinse when washing rice for a bowl)
- Salt or soup soy sauce, 1 teaspoon (adjust to taste)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Today, I’ll show you how to make a deeply savory and nutritious seaweed soup using rice water, without any meat. The mildness and umami from the rice water will blend beautifully with the seaweed for a wonderful meal.
Step 2
First, rinse your rice thoroughly. Discard the first two washes and collect the milky water from the 3rd or 4th rinse; you’ll need about 1000ml of this rice water. Meanwhile, soak the dried seaweed in cold water for about 10-15 minutes until rehydrated. Rinse it well, squeeze out excess water, and cut it into bite-sized pieces for easier eating.
Step 3
Pour the collected rice water into a pot and bring it to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, add the rehydrated seaweed and reduce the heat to medium-low. Let it simmer for about 5-10 minutes until the seaweed is tender. Season with salt or soup soy sauce to your preference. It’s best to start with a small amount and add more as needed while tasting.
Step 4
After the seaweed is tender and seasoned, bring the soup back to a gentle simmer for another 2-3 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld together, creating a richer taste.
Step 5
This seaweed soup, made with rice water, is wonderfully savory and smooth even without meat. It’s a perfect, comforting dish to enjoy with a bowl of freshly cooked rice!
