Hey everyone! Today, I’m thrilled to share with you one of my favorite comfort food recipes – Miso Soup, also known as Misoshiru in Japanese.
There’s something incredibly soothing about a warm bowl of miso soup, especially on a chilly day or when you’re feeling under the weather.
With its rich umami flavor and nourishing ingredients, miso soup has been a staple in Japanese cuisine for centuries.
And the best part? It’s incredibly easy to make at home, requiring just a handful of ingredients.
So, whether you’re a longtime fan of miso soup or new to the world of Japanese cuisine, get ready to cozy up with a bowl of homemade Misoshiru that’s sure to warm both your body and soul!
STEP BY STEP ON HOW TO MAKE MISO SOUP
Ingredients:
- 4 cups vegetable stock
- 1/4 cup white miso paste
- 100g firm tofu, cut into small cubes
- 1 green onion, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon dehydrated wakame seaweed
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon shoyu (soy sauce)
Directions:
Prepare the broth:
- In a large saucepan, heat the vegetable stock over medium heat until it begins to boil.
Hydrate the Wakame seaweed:
- In a small bowl, place the dehydrated wakame seaweed and cover with cold water. Leave to soak for about 5 minutes, or until soft. Drain and set aside.
Prepare the soup:
- Add the diced tofu to the pan with the vegetable stock and cook for a few minutes, until heated through.
Dilute the Miso Paste:
- In a small bowl, mix the miso paste with some of the hot stock from the pan to dilute it. This will prevent the miso paste from forming lumps in the soup.
Season the soup:
- Add the diluted miso paste to the pot, stirring well to incorporate. Let the soup simmer for a few more minutes on a low heat, but don’t let it boil after adding the miso, as this can affect its flavor.
Finish and serve:
- Add the hydrated wakame seaweed to the soup, along with the chopped green onions, toasted sesame oil and shoyu. Mix well and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
- Remove from the heat and serve the Miso soup hot.
And there you have it – a steaming bowl of homemade Misoshiru that’s as comforting as it is delicious!
Whether enjoyed as a light appetizer, a soothing remedy for a cold, or a simple meal on its own, miso soup never fails to satisfy.
With its complex flavors and nourishing qualities, it’s no wonder why this humble soup has captured the hearts of food lovers around the world. So, next time you’re in need of a little comfort, whip up a batch of Misoshiru and let its warmth envelop you in pure bliss. Trust me, your taste buds will thank you!
