Long used in soups, braised dishes, dressings and sauces in Japan, umami-rich kelp stock has recently begun to play a key role in the kitchens of Western chefs seeking cleaner, leaner preparations that are nevertheless full of flavor.

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Martin went through three or four chefs until he found one who could prepare Western-style food to his satisfaction.

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