Strong Bonito Stock (Katsuobushi Dashi)

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   Put kombu and 2 cups water in a small pan. Bring to a simmer over medium-low heat, about 20 minutes. Just before water begins to bubble, discard kombu.

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   Increase heat to high and bring to a boil. Add bonito flakes, pressing with a spoon to submerge, and immediately shut off heat. Let flakes settle to bottom of pot, about 15 minutes.

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   Strain through a cheesecloth-lined strainer into a bowl. Wring out all liquid from cheesecloth into bowl.

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   Make ahead: Up to 2 hours at room temperature.

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   Note: Nutritional analysis is per cup.

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