Miso Soup

Miso soup is a fundamental part of Japanese cuisine, a simple yet profoundly flavorful soup that is served with almost every meal. It’s light, savory, and incredibly easy to make at home. The base of the soup is dashi, a simple broth made from kombu (dried kelp) and bonito flakes, which provides a deep umami flavor. This is then seasoned with miso, a fermented soybean paste. This recipe for a classic miso soup includes soft cubes of tofu, rehydrated wakame seaweed, and thinly sliced scallions. It’s a wonderfully comforting and healthy soup that comes together in just minutes, making it the perfect starter for a Japanese meal or a light, satisfying snack on its own.