Perfect Japanese Miso Soup
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.
- 4 cups dashi (Japanese soup stock)
- 3 tablespoons miso paste (white or red)
- 1/2 block tofu, cubed
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 sheet nori (seaweed), cut into small pieces
- Optional: 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms, 1/2 cup diced silken tofu, 1 tablespoon wakame seaweed
In a medium saucepan, bring the dashi to a simmer over medium heat.
In a small bowl, dilute the miso paste with a ladleful of hot dashi, stirring until smooth.
Add the diluted miso paste back into the saucepan with the dashi, stirring to combine.
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.
Simmer the soup gently for 2-3 minutes, but do not let it boil to preserve the miso's flavor.
Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding more miso paste for a stronger flavor.
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.
- 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.