Abstract

This is a beginner's guide to creating profoundly delicious, deeply satisfying soups without using instant bases or the hassle of making traditional stock (dashi).
The key is simplicity: by keeping seasonings minimal (just salt and soy sauce) and capturing the natural umami inherent in the ingredients, you create wholesome, healthy soups that truly warm the body and soul. Culinary researcher Maho Sumida has gained a large following for her recipes, which are simple, easy, and delicious. The philosophy of the book is encouraging: "Cooking in your daily life should simply suit your lifestyle. While preparing multiple side dishes is a challenge, if you can make just one bowl of soup a day, that is perfectly enough." You will be surprised at how easily you can make such a delicious soup without trying hard. Start today: One bowl of soul-soothing soup a day!

Author’s Information

Culinary researcher. After graduating from an arts junior college, she helped out at her family's restaurant business before going independent in 2015. She started the food unit "Sumiya" with her husband Kazuhiko Tsunoda. She is active in many areas, including catering, cooking classes, supervising corporate recipes, providing recipes for magazines, publishing books, and appearing on TV shows such as NHK's "Asaichi" and "Hirumae Hotto." She is also active in supporting local agricultural products and producers.