Best 4 Light Miso Soup Recipes

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Miso soup, a traditional Japanese dish, is a comforting and flavorful soup made with a fermented soybean paste called miso. This versatile soup can be enjoyed on its own or served as an accompaniment to other dishes. Our collection of light miso soup recipes offers a variety of options, catering to different dietary preferences and tastes. Whether you prefer a classic miso soup with tofu and wakame seaweed or a more creative version with vegetables, noodles, or even seafood, we have a recipe for you. These light and savory soups are perfect for a quick and healthy meal or as a starter to a larger Japanese feast. So, gather your ingredients and let's embark on a culinary journey to explore the delightful world of miso soup.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

15-MINUTE MISO SOUP WITH GREENS AND TOFU



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An inspired take on Japanese miso soup with tofu, green onion, and loads of greens. Just 15 minutes from start to finish, and so flavorful and comforting.

Provided by Minimalist Baker

Categories     Appetizer     Entree     Side

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 cups vegetable broth ((use dashi for more traditional miso soup // see notes above))
1 sheet nori ((dried seaweed // optional // cut into large rectangles // 1 sheet yields 1/4 cup))
3-4 Tbsp white or yellow miso paste
1/2 cup chopped green chard or other sturdy green
1/2 cup chopped green onion
1/4 cup firm tofu ((cubed // use silken tofu for more traditional miso soup))

Steps:

  • Place vegetable broth in a medium sauce pan and bring to a low simmer.
  • In the meantime, place miso (starting with lesser end of range) into a small bowl, add a little hot water and whisk until smooth. This will ensure it doesn't clump when added to the soup later. Set aside.
  • To the broth add chard (or other greens of choice), green onion, and tofu (if using silken, add at the end of cooking) and cook for 5 minutes. Then add nori and stir. Remove from heat, add miso mixture, and stir to combine.
  • Taste and add more miso or a pinch of sea salt if desired. Serve warm. Best when fresh.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 bowls, Calories 170 kcal, Carbohydrate 22.3 g, Protein 13.6 g, Fat 5 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 1817 mg, Fiber 10 g, Sugar 9 g

MISO SOUP



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Dashi is a basic stock used in Japanese cooking which is made by boiling dried kelp (seaweed) and dried bonito (fish). Instant dashi granules are sold in conveniently-sized jars or packets and vary in strength. Add more dashi to your soup if you want a stronger stock. You can use yellow, white or red miso paste for this soup. Yellow miso is sweet and creamy, red miso is stronger and saltier.

Provided by Anonymous

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Seafood

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 teaspoons dashi granules
4 cups water
3 tablespoons miso paste
1 (8 ounce) package silken tofu, diced
2 green onions, sliced diagonally into 1/2 inch pieces

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, combine dashi granules and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium, and whisk in the miso paste. Stir in tofu. Separate the layers of the green onions, and add them to the soup. Simmer gently for 2 to 3 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 63 calories, Carbohydrate 5.3 g, Fat 2.3 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 513.1 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

LIGHT MISO SOUP



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The tofu can be substitued with roasted sliced pork and the vegetable broth can be substituted with chicken broth. Enjoy!

Provided by basda123

Categories     Japanese

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 medium carrot, chopped
3 lbs dried shiitake mushrooms
1/2 cup boiling water
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1/2 small onion, thinly sliced
1 cup bok choy, slivered
4 cups vegetable broth
1/2 lb medium firm tofu or 1/2 lb firm tofu, cubed
1 cup bean sprouts
2 teaspoons soy sauce
1/2 cup light miso, mixed with
1/2 cup boiling water
2 tablespoons green onions, chopped
rice noodles (optional)

Steps:

  • Preboil carrots and mushrooms in the boiling water for 3 minutes. Remove from heat and drain, reserving the liquid. Slice the mushrooms.
  • In a soup pot or wok heat the oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onion and saute for 3 minutes. Add bok choy and cook for 3 minutes more.
  • Add the carrots, mushrooms, reserved cooking water and broth to the soup pot. Return to a boil and then reduce to medium heta. Stir in tofu cubes or pork, bean sprouts and soy sauce. Add the miso mixture to the soup and stir. Do not boil. Serve over noodles if desired.

MISO SOUP



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     appetizer

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 to 5 cups dashi, recipe follows
2 tablespoons brown miso paste, plus more to taste
2 tablespoons white miso paste, plus more to taste
6 ounces firm tofu, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 scallions, white and green, thinly sliced on the diagonal
2 tablespoons aji mirin (sweetened rice wine), optional
6 cups cold water
One 12-inch long piece of kombu, wiped with a damp cloth
One .88-ounce/25 grams package shaved dried bonito flakes

Steps:

  • In a saucepan heat the dashi and whisk in the miso pastes. Bring to a simmer and add the tofu, scallions, and mirin, if using. Remove from the heat and serve immediately.
  • In a saucepan, combine the water and kombu. Bring to a simmer, uncovered, over medium heat. Remove the kombu and discard. Bring the liquid to a boil, add the bonito flakes and immediately remove the pan from the heat. Allow the dashi to sit undisturbed for 2 minutes. Strain through a fine mesh strainer into a medium bowl. Discard the bonito flakes. Use immediately or store, covered, in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality dashi: Dashi is the foundation of miso soup, so it's important to use a good quality dashi. You can make your own dashi using kombu (dried kelp) and katsuobushi (dried bonito flakes), or you can use a pre-made dashi powder or liquid.
  • Choose the right miso paste: There are many different types of miso paste available, each with its own unique flavor and texture. For a light and refreshing miso soup, choose a white or yellow miso paste. For a more robust and flavorful miso soup, choose a red or brown miso paste.
  • Add your favorite ingredients: Once you've made the basic miso soup, you can add your favorite ingredients to create a customized soup. Some popular additions include tofu, wakame seaweed, green onions, and mushrooms.
  • Don't boil the miso paste: Miso paste is a delicate ingredient, so it's important to not boil it. Otherwise, you'll lose the flavor and nutrients of the miso paste.
  • Serve miso soup hot: Miso soup is best served hot, so make sure to reheat it before serving if you're making it ahead of time.

Conclusion:

Miso soup is a delicious, healthy, and versatile soup that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It's also a great way to use up leftover vegetables and other ingredients. With a few simple tips, you can make a delicious bowl of miso soup at home. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give miso soup a try!

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