This homemade miso soup recipe will take you on a journey to Japan with its authentic flavors and comforting warmth. Made with simple yet flavorful ingredients, this recipe ensures a hearty and healthy miso soup that can be enjoyed as a starter or a light meal. With a preparation time of just 20 minutes, you can easily recreate this traditional Japanese dish in the comfort of your own kitchen. Let the umami flavors of miso, tofu, seaweed, and scallions transport you to culinary bliss.
Ingredients
- 4 cups dashi stock
- 3 tablespoons miso paste
- 2 ounces tofu, cubed
- 2 tablespoons dried seaweed (wakame)
- 2 scallions, thinly sliced
Directions
- In a medium-sized saucepan, bring the dashi stock to a simmer.
- While the stock is simmering, soak the dried seaweed (wakame) in water for 5 minutes to rehydrate. Drain and set aside.
- Once the stock is hot, add the miso paste and whisk until dissolved.
- Add the tofu cubes and rehydrated seaweed to the stock, and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Gently stir in the sliced scallions.
- Remove the soup from heat and serve hot.
Interesting Facts
Miso is a traditional Japanese seasoning made from fermented soybeans.
Dashi stock is a fundamental ingredient in Japanese cuisine, made from dried bonito flakes and kombu seaweed.
Traditionally, miso soup is served as a breakfast dish in Japan.