Japanese Clam Soup (Asari No Sumashijiru)
A simple and classic Japanese clear soup featuring short-neck clams, brightened with lemon and parsley, ideal as a meal starter.
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Instructions
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Start boiling water in a medium pot. Add 1/2 to 1 teaspoon salt and reduce heat to medium.
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Add clams to the simmering water and cook until they open; discard any that remain closed.
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While the clams cook, zest a lemon.
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Place 4-5 clams in each soup bowl, cover with broth, garnish with lemon zest and parsley, and serve immediately.
Nutritional Info (per serving)
Calories:
168 kcal
Carbohydrate:
6 g
Cholesterol:
76 mg
Fiber:
0 g
Protein:
29 g
Saturated Fat:
0 g
Sodium:
1453 mg
Sugar:
0 g
Fat:
2 g
Unsaturated Fat:
0 g