Japanese Style Umami Pork Belly & Mushroom Dashi Soup Recipe

A cozy Japanese-style soup with layers of savory flavor — ready in under 30 minutes.

Looking for a soup that feels both light and hearty? This Umami Pork Belly & Mushroom Dashi Soup is a soul-warming dish that brings together tender slices of pork belly, three types of mushrooms, and a fragrant ginger-kissed dashi broth. Every sip delivers savory depth, natural sweetness from the mushrooms, and that signature umami comfort only Japanese-style soups can offer.

@cupfuldays Japanese Style Umami Pork Belly & Mushroom Dashi Soup Recipe

✨ Why This Recipe Is Unique:

• Triple Mushroom Boost – Shiitake, enoki, and mitake create rich layers of texture and flavor.

• Quick Dashi Hack – Simmer dashi stock in advance for a 5-minute head start.

• Savory but light – No added fats or creams; just sesame oil, soy sauce, and broth.

• Ginger finish – The ginger paste stirred in at the end gives a fresh kick to balance the richness.

  
  

 Ingredients (This recipe served 2-3 pax) :

• 170g sliced pork belly

• 50g mitake mushrooms

• 100g enoki mushrooms

• 2 shiitake mushrooms, sliced

• 1 tsp ginger paste

• 500ml dashi stock (prepared from powder or homemade)

• 2 tsp soy sauce

• 1 tsp mirin

• 1 tsp sesame oil

• Pinch of salt (to taste)

  
  

  

  @cupfuldays Japanese Style Umami Pork Belly & Mushroom Dashi Soup Recipe

  
  

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Dashi Base

   In a small pot, bring 500ml water to a boil and add dashi stock. Boil for another 5 minutes. Set aside.

   
   

2. Sauté the Pork Belly

   Heat 1 tsp sesame oil in a pan over medium heat. Add pork belly slices and fry until almost fully cooked.

   
   

3. Add the Mushrooms

   Toss in mitake, enoki, and shiitake mushrooms. Stir-fry with the pork for 1–2 minutes until softened.

   
   

4. Simmer the Soup

   Pour in the pre-cooked dashi broth. Add soy sauce, mirin, and a sprinkle of salt. Cover with a lid and bring to a boil, then lower heat and simmer for another 4–5 minutes.

   
   

5. Finish with Ginger

   Stir in 1 tsp ginger paste just before serving. Ladle into bowls and enjoy hot.

   
   

💡 Tips & Serving Suggestions:

• Serve with steamed rice, udon noodles, or alongside a soft sweet bun roll.

• Add tofu or napa cabbage for a fuller, one-pot meal.

• For a spicier variation, add a touch of chili oil or shichimi togarashi.