Instructions

1. 1
   Place the seaweed in a pot and add 4 cups of water.
2. 2
   Bring to a boil, then turn down the heat to keep it bubbling along.
3. 3
   Cook for 20 minutes.
4. 4
   Add the rest of the ingredients and enough water to make about 6 cups total in the pot.
5. 5
   Bring back to a boil, then boil fairly high for at least ½ hour.
6. 6
   At that point, begin to taste (just a little, though—it's strong).
7. 7
   When the stock is reduced by about half, it will be almost too salty to eat, and that means it is ready.
8. 8
   Strain through fine mesh or a coffee filter and allow to cool.