Miso Soup with Tofu and Onion - Japanese Cooking 101

miso paste

🥗Healthier: white miso

💰Cheaper: soybean paste

White miso is lower in sodium, while soybean paste can be more budget-friendly.

tofu

🥗Healthier: silken tofu

💰Cheaper: firm tofu

Silken tofu is lower in calories, while firm tofu is often less expensive.

Prepare dashi stock using the method shown in the linked video.

Dissolve miso paste in a small amount of warm dashi.

Add the dissolved miso to the pot of dashi stock, stirring gently.

Cut tofu into small cubes and add to the soup.

Add seaweed and simmer for a few minutes until softened.

Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

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