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Miso Soup

Cultural Context

Miso soup is a traditional Japanese dish often served as a staple in Japanese households. It is commonly consumed at breakfast, but can also be enjoyed at any meal. The soup's base, miso, is a fermented soybean paste that provides a rich umami flavor. Variations exist depending on regional ingredients and personal preferences, making it a versatile dish in Japanese cuisine.

JapaneseJPother
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 dinky dew onion
1/2 onion (minced)
1 stalk celery
1 carrot (thinly sliced)
2 cups water
red pepper flakes
black pepper
handful of spinach
nori seaweed
3 teaspoons miso

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.

1

Heat a skillet with oil.

2

Slice one dinky dew onion in half; mince one half finely and chop the other half into chunks.

3

Slice one stalk of celery and add it to the skillet.

4

Thinly slice one carrot and add it to the skillet.

5

Add a pinch of red pepper flakes and black pepper to the skillet.

6

Add 2 cups of water to the skillet and turn the burner up to high, covering with a lid to bring to a bubble.

7

Chop green onions for garnish and set aside.

8

Roughly chop a handful of spinach and set aside.

9

Cut a sheet of nori seaweed into thin strips and set aside.

10

Once the water is bubbling, turn off the heat.

11

Dissolve 3 teaspoons of miso in the hot water, stirring until fully mixed in.

12

Add the chopped spinach, nori strips, and other vegetables into the soup.

Cooking Techniques

boilingsimmering

Equipment Needed

skilletknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariangluten-free

Allergens

soy

Also Known As

Miso Shiru
Local Name: 味噌汁

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