Miso soup is a classic Japanese dish known for its savory, umami-rich flavor. This simple yet satisfying soup is made with dashi broth, miso paste, tofu, and various optional ingredients like green onions and seaweed. It’s a staple in Japanese cuisine and is often enjoyed as a comforting and nourishing starter or side dish.
Perfect Japanese Miso Soup
Ingredients
Instructions
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In a medium saucepan, bring the dashi to a simmer over medium heat.
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In a small bowl, dilute the miso paste with a ladleful of hot dashi, stirring until smooth.
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Add the diluted miso paste back into the saucepan with the dashi, stirring to combine.
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Add the cubed tofu, sliced green onions, and nori to the soup. If using additional ingredients like mushrooms, diced tofu, or wakame seaweed, add them now.
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Simmer the soup gently for 2-3 minutes, but do not let it boil to preserve the miso's flavor.
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Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding more miso paste for a stronger flavor.
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Serve the miso soup hot in individual bowls.
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 67kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 2.5g4%
- Saturated Fat 0.04g1%
- Sodium 855.99mg36%
- Total Carbohydrate 6.6g3%
- Dietary Fiber 1.11g5%
- Sugars 2.2g
- Protein 5.4g11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
- Traditional miso soup can be customized with various ingredients such as mushrooms, tofu, seaweed, or vegetables based on personal preference.
- Be cautious not to boil the miso soup after adding the miso paste, as boiling can diminish its flavor and beneficial properties.
- Miso soup is typically served as a starter in Japanese cuisine, accompanying rice and other dishes in a traditional meal.
