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Simple and Delicious Miso Soup

A quick and easy recipe for authentic Japanese miso soup. Ready in minutes, this soup is perfect as a starter or a light meal. Learn how to make the perfect dashi and miso combination.

Prep Time
5 minutes
Cook Time
5 minutes
Servings
4
Ingredients
  • 4 cups Dashi Stock
  • 2 tbsp Miso Paste
  • 1/2 block Tofu
  • 2 tbsp Wakame Seaweed
  • 2 tbsp Green Onions

Prepare the Wakame

Soak the dried wakame seaweed in warm water for about 5 minutes, or until it has rehydrated. Drain the seaweed and cut it into small, manageable pieces.

Heat the Dashi

In a small saucepan, bring the dashi stock to a simmer over medium heat. If using dashi granules, follow the package instructions to prepare the dashi stock.

Dissolve the Miso

Reduce the heat to low. Take a small amount of the warm dashi stock and whisk it into the miso paste in a separate bowl until the miso is completely dissolved. Do not boil the miso paste as this can affect its flavor and nutritional value.

Combine and Simmer

Pour the dissolved miso mixture into the saucepan with the remaining dashi stock. Add the cubed tofu and rehydrated wakame seaweed. Gently simmer for about 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together. Avoid boiling.

Serve

Ladle the miso soup into bowls and garnish with thinly sliced green onions. Serve immediately. Miso soup is best enjoyed fresh.

Nutrition Facts Estimated per 100g of product

Calories: 25, Protein: 2g, Fat: 1g, Carbohydrates: 2g (Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredient choices).

Other Considerations for Nutrition

Miso soup can be high in sodium due to the miso paste. Use low-sodium miso paste to reduce the sodium content. Tofu is a good source of protein and calcium. Wakame seaweed is a good source of iodine.

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FAQ

  • What is dashi?

    Dashi is a Japanese soup stock made from kombu (dried kelp) and katsuobushi (dried bonito flakes). It's the base for many Japanese soups and sauces and adds a savory umami flavor. You can buy dashi granules or make it from scratch.
  • What kind of miso paste should I use?

    Awase miso is a blend of red and white miso and is a good all-purpose choice. You can also use white miso (shiro miso) for a milder flavor or red miso (aka miso) for a stronger, more intense flavor. Experiment to find your preference.
  • Can I add other ingredients to miso soup?

    Yes, you can customize your miso soup with other ingredients such as mushrooms, green beans, carrots, or spinach. Add them during the simmering step.