SMOKY TEA STOCK
Here's the problem with homemade stock: It's so good that it doesn't last long. What's needed is something you can produce more or less on the spot. Although water is a suitable proxy in small quantities, when it comes to making the bubbling, chest-warming soups that we rely on in winter, water needs some help. Fortunately, there are almost certainly flavorful ingredients sitting in your fridge or pantry that can transform water into a good stock in a matter of minutes. This recipe is meant to be fast, so by ''simmer,'' I mean as little as five minutes and no more than 15. You can season these stocks at the end with salt and pepper to taste, or wait until you're ready to turn them into full-fledged soups. This one is a perfect broth for udon noodles.
Provided by Mark Bittman
Categories easy, quick, soups and stews
Time 15m
Yield About 6 cups of stock
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Drop some sliced ginger into 6 cups water, bring to a boil, then turn off the heat.
- Let rest for a few minutes, then stir in 1/4 cup Lapsang souchong tea leaves (green tea is also good). If you can't find loose tea leaves, use 4 tea bags.
- Steep for 5 or 10 minutes, then strain. Season with soy sauce if you like, and add some black pepper.
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Pauline Lambert
[email protected]I wasn't sure what to expect from this stock, but I was pleasantly surprised. It has a really unique flavor that I love.
It's me “Sumeet” Jungly
[email protected]This stock is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it. The flavor is incredible.
Asad Asad bhatti
[email protected]This stock is a great way to add a smoky flavor to your dishes. I especially love it in soups and stews.
bam raman
[email protected]I've made this stock several times and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it tastes amazing.
Monica Osteen
[email protected]This stock is a great way to use up leftover tea leaves. It's also a great way to add flavor to your dishes.
Zahid Raj
[email protected]I made this stock last night and it was a hit! My family loved it. I will definitely be making it again.
Nasir Kochaye
[email protected]This stock is a great way to add flavor to your dishes. I especially love it in soups and stews.
Salisu M Abubakar
[email protected]I wasn't sure what to expect from this stock, but I was pleasantly surprised. It has a really unique flavor that I love.
Murtaza jan
[email protected]This stock is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it. The flavor is incredible.
Ebony Turner
[email protected]I love the smoky flavor of this stock. It's perfect for making soups and stews. I also like to use it to braise meats.
Zain Ayub
[email protected]This is the best stock I've ever made! It's so easy to make and it tastes amazing. I'll definitely be making it again and again.
Ch Sufyan
[email protected]I was skeptical at first, but this stock really does work! It adds a unique smoky flavor to my dishes that I can't get from anything else.
Alizaman Alizaman
[email protected]This smoky tea stock is a revelation! It adds a rich, umami flavor to any dish I use it in. I especially love it in soups and stews.