Module 15 · Small Plates
Shiitake & Kombu Dashi with Prawns and Pak Choi
Shiitake & Kombu Dashi with Prawns and Pak Choi is a keto soup with 7.3 g net carbs, 24 g protein and 3 g fat per serving (152 kcal). It serves 2 and takes 45 minutes in total.
A clear, deeply savoury Japanese broth made from kombu and dried shiitake, with sweet prawns, silky mushrooms and greens. Light, warming and very low in carbohydrate.
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Allergens in this Ketogeni recipe: crustaceans, cereals containing gluten, sesame, soybeans. Includes listed optional alternatives; check actual ingredient labels and substitutions.
Yield: 2 servings · Active time: 15 min · Total time: 45 min
| Per serving | Amount |
|---|---|
| Net carbohydrates | 7.3 g |
| Protein | 24 g |
| Fat | 3 g |
| Energy | 152 kcal |
Nutrition figures are estimates, not medical advice. Check ingredient labels and weigh your own portions, especially when tracking a strict daily carbohydrate limit. How to interpret these estimates.
Ingredients
- 10 g dried kombu
- 15 g dried shiitake
- 1000 ml cold filtered water
- 2 tbsp tamari
- 200 g raw peeled prawns
- 200 g organic pak choi, quartered
- 2 piece organic spring onions, sliced
- 10 g organic fresh ginger, in thin matchsticks
- 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
Step-by-step method
- Soak the kombu and shiitake in the cold water for 30 minutes.
- Heat slowly; remove the kombu just before it boils. Simmer the shiitake 10 minutes.
- Lift out the shiitake, slice them and return to the pot with tamari and ginger.
- Add the pak choi and prawns and simmer 2–3 minutes until the prawns are pink.
- Serve in bowls with spring onions and a few drops of sesame oil.
Chef’s tips
- Kombu turns bitter and slimy if it boils: take it out in time.
- Kombu is very rich in iodine. If you have a thyroid condition, ask your doctor before eating seaweed broths often.
Variations
- Add cubes of silken tofu or a soft egg.
- Use white fish instead of prawns.
Storage
Dashi keeps 4 days in the fridge; add prawns and greens fresh.
Questions and answers
How many net carbs are in Shiitake & Kombu Dashi with Prawns and Pak Choi?
One serving has 7.3 g net carbohydrates, 24 g protein and 3 g fat (152 kcal). The recipe makes 2 servings. These figures are estimates; your own ingredients may differ.
Can I make Shiitake & Kombu Dashi with Prawns and Pak Choi ahead, store or freeze it?
Dashi keeps 4 days in the fridge; add prawns and greens fresh.
Which allergens are in Shiitake & Kombu Dashi with Prawns and Pak Choi?
It contains crustaceans, cereals containing gluten, sesame and soy, as listed by Ketogeni for this recipe. Always check the labels of the products you use.
Can I vary Shiitake & Kombu Dashi with Prawns and Pak Choi?
Yes. Add cubes of silken tofu or a soft egg. Use white fish instead of prawns.