Refreshing Apple Seaweed Cold Soup: A Summer Delight
Refreshing Apple Seaweed Cold Soup: A Summer Delight
A Special Cold Seaweed Soup Featuring Crisp Apples Instead of Cucumbers
Experience the delightful combination of refreshing apples and savory seaweed! No cucumbers? No problem. This unique cold soup brings together the crispness of apples and the tenderness of seaweed for a cool, tangy, and utterly delicious taste that will invigorate your palate. Discover this magical recipe perfect for beating the summer heat!
Main Ingredients- 120g Salted Seaweed
- 1/2 Apple (recommend a crisp variety)
- 1/2 Onion (thinly sliced)
- 1/4 Carrot (julienned finely)
- 1/2 Tomato (optional, diced)
- A pinch of Toasted Sesame Seeds (for nutty aroma)
- A few Ice Cubes (to enhance coolness)
Cooling Broth Seasoning- 4 cups Water (approx. 800ml)
- 1 piece Kombu (5x5cm, for depth of flavor)
- 1 Tbsp Soy Sauce for Soup (for umami)
- 2/3 Tbsp Crab Flavored Soy Sauce (for rich umami)
- 5 Tbsp Blueberry Vinegar (for sweet and sour taste)
- 5 Tbsp Brown Rice Vinegar (for mild acidity)
- 3 Tbsp Plum Extract (for subtle sweetness and aroma)
- 1 tsp Salt (to adjust seasoning)
- 4 cups Water (approx. 800ml)
- 1 piece Kombu (5x5cm, for depth of flavor)
- 1 Tbsp Soy Sauce for Soup (for umami)
- 2/3 Tbsp Crab Flavored Soy Sauce (for rich umami)
- 5 Tbsp Blueberry Vinegar (for sweet and sour taste)
- 5 Tbsp Brown Rice Vinegar (for mild acidity)
- 3 Tbsp Plum Extract (for subtle sweetness and aroma)
- 1 tsp Salt (to adjust seasoning)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Crafting the Flavorful Kombu Broth: In 4 cups of clean water, add the kombu piece and the thinly sliced onion. Let it steep for about 10 minutes. This process gently softens the onion and releases its subtle sweetness. Remove the kombu, and chill the infused water completely.
Step 2
Perfecting the Cold Soup Broth: To the chilled kombu water, add 1 Tbsp soy sauce for soup, 2/3 Tbsp crab flavored soy sauce, 5 Tbsp blueberry vinegar, 5 Tbsp brown rice vinegar, 3 Tbsp plum extract, and 1 tsp salt. Stir everything together until well combined. You’ll achieve a perfectly balanced broth with a delightful sweet, sour, and deeply savory flavor. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Step 3
Preparing the Fresh Ingredients: Soak the salted seaweed in cold water until fully rehydrated. Rinse thoroughly to remove excess salt, squeeze out any excess water, and cut it into bite-sized pieces. Peel or wash the apple thoroughly, remove the core, and julienne it finely. Julienne the carrot to a similar thickness as the apple. Dice the tomato (if using). Ensure all vegetables are prepared and ready.
Step 4
Assembling the Cold Soup Base: In a large bowl, artfully arrange the julienned apple, carrot, diced tomato (if used), and the cut seaweed. The vibrant colors of the fresh ingredients and the soft texture of the seaweed make for an appealing presentation.
Step 5
Final Touches and Serving: Pour the chilled, seasoned broth generously over the ingredients in the bowl. For an extra kick of flavor, you can add a touch of fresh ginger juice. Finish with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds for added aroma and taste. Serve immediately with a few ice cubes for an incredibly refreshing experience that will banish the heat!
Step 6
Final Touches and Serving: Pour the chilled, seasoned broth generously over the ingredients in the bowl. For an extra kick of flavor, you can add a touch of fresh ginger juice. Finish with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds for added aroma and taste. Serve immediately with a few ice cubes for an incredibly refreshing experience that will banish the heat!
