Vegetarian Benihana Onion Soup
Transport your taste buds straight to the hibachi grill with this delectable Vegetarian Benihana Onion Soup, an inspired twist on the classic Japanese restaurant favorite. Brimming with layers of savory depth, this soup gets its rich umami kick from a base of vegetable broth infused with thinly sliced onions, carrots, celery, mushrooms, and garlic. Soy sauce adds a touch of saltiness, while fresh green onions and crispy fried onions create the perfect finishing touch for a tantalizing crunch. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy-to-make vegetarian soup is perfect as a cozy appetizer or a light, wholesome main dish. Whether you're recreating restaurant magic at home or searching for a nourishing soup recipe, this dish is sure to become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 1 carrot, thinly sliced
- 1 celery stalk, thinly sliced
- 6 mushrooms, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 cup crispy fried onions
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 4 cups water
Instructions
In a large pot, combine the vegetable broth and water. Place over medium heat and bring to a gentle simmer.
Add the sliced onion, carrot, celery, mushrooms, and garlic to the pot. Stir gently and let the vegetables simmer for 15-20 minutes until they are tender and the flavors meld together.
Stir in the soy sauce, salt, and ground black pepper, adjusting seasoning to taste.
To serve, ladle the hot soup into bowls and garnish with chopped green onions and a generous sprinkle of crispy fried onions on top.
Enjoy your flavorful Vegetarian Benihana Onion Soup as a starter or a light main dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
579 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.6 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.7 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1767 mg | 77% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 58.0 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.2 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.3 g | ||
| Protein | 16.0 g | 32% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 148 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 1289 mg | 27% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
