What is Miso?

Miso Paste

Miso is a versatile soybean paste used as an ingredient in many delicious dishes. There are different types of miso pastes: Shiro-miso paste is mild and low in salt, while Aaka-miso is salty with a stronger aroma. The type of miso is determined by the ingredients and aging process. Dashi, a fish stock, is often used in a miso soup base.

Miso should be stored in the refrigerator after opening and will keep for months. Miso paste can be used in many ways, including as a soup stock, in sauces, dressings and marinades. When making miso soup, simply add your favorite vegetables to make it as healthy and hearty as you wish. Do not overcook your soup or the miso flavor will diminish. You can mix a tablespoon of miso paste to a cup of hot water to quickly make an individual serving of a low-calorie broth.

It is not necessary to refrigerate miso until opened.

Miso Soup Recipe

Ingredients:

  • about 30 half-inch cubes of Tofu
  • 4 mushrooms, sliced
  • 2 stalks green onions, chopped
  • 4 cups water
  • 2 teaspoons Dashi
  • 3-4 tablespoons miso (adjust to taste)

Directions:
Boil 4 cups of water. Add dashi, tofu and mushrooms, simmer for about 3 minutes. Add miso paste and dissolve completely then turn off heat. Add chopped green onions, then serve.

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