Bonito and Kombu Dashi Stock - water

Method

• Put the kombu and water in a pot, and heat on medium for about 5 to 6 minutes (depending on the season), then let it sit.
• This is to get the water close to a temperature of 60C.
• Heat the pot.
• Remove the kombu when it floats to the top, then let simmer.
• Add the water, simmer, turn off heat, then add the bonito flakes, and let sit until they settle to the bottom of the pot.
• Strain the dashi, transfer to a sterilized container, then store in the refrigerator.
• Use up as soon as possible.