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Miso Soup

Miso Soup

Wife with the Knife
Enjoy the rich, comforting flavours of this easy-to-make Miso Soup, filled with tender tofu, savory seaweed, and your choice of fresh seafood. With simple, step-by-step instructions, you can easily recreate this satisfying, authentic Japanese dish right in your own kitchen. This soup offers a warm, flavourful experience that brings a taste of Japan to your table.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Appetizer, starter
Cuisine Japanese, Vegan, Vegetarian
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups water
  • 1 tsp dashi powder
  • 1½ tbsp dried seaweed wakame, pre-cut if possible (see note #1.)
  • 8 oz silken tofu cut into bite-size cubes
  • 1/4 cup miso paste
  • 2 green onions finely chopped
  • Shitakki Mushrooms Sliced (optional)
  • Optional Seafood: Shrimp, scallops, crab stick or diced fish fillets like salmon (see notes)

Instructions
 

  • Finely chop the green onions and set aside.
  • Cut the tofu into bite-size cubes.
  • In a pot, combine water, dashi powder, tofu, and dried seaweed.
  • Cook on high heat until it comes to a boil, then turn off the heat.
  • Add the miso paste to the hot broth and let it sit for a few minutes to soften.
  • Gently stir to dissolve the miso paste completely. You can use a sieve to help break down the miso paste and dissolve it in the hot broth easily.
  • Top the soup with chopped green onions. (try Scallion Curls -See notes,)
  • Enjoy your Miso Soup with Tofu and Wakame!

Notes

  • Seaweed Preparation: Pre-cut dried seaweed works best for this recipe. If using large pieces, rehydrate them in cold water for 20 minutes before cutting into bite-size pieces and adding to the pot.
  • Adding Seafood: If adding seafood, incorporate it into the soup along with the tofu and seaweed. Cook until the seafood is fully cooked.
  • Optional Add-ins: Shiitake mushrooms can be added for additional flavour and texture.
  • Garnishing: For a touch of elegance, garnish your miso soup with these Scallion Curls  just before serving.
  • Serving Suggestions: Serve miso soup with steamed rice or alongside other Japanese dishes like sushi, tempura, or pickled vegetables.
 
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Keyword Broth, comfort food, Japanese cuisine, Miso Soup, Seaweed, Soup, Soybeans, Tofu, Umami Broth