Miso Soup with Tofu
Warm, comforting, and brimming with umami, this Miso Soup with Tofu is a classic Japanese dish that's easy to prepare and packed with nourishing ingredients. Featuring a flavorful dashi broth base, creamy miso paste, tender cubes of tofu, and rehydrated wakame seaweed, this soup offers a perfectly balanced combination of savory and subtle flavors. Ready in just 20 minutes, it's an excellent choice for a quick appetizer or a light, satisfying meal. Garnished with fresh green onions for a burst of color and a hint of crunch, this vegan-friendly recipe is both nutritious and authentic. Whether you're a fan of Japanese cuisine or exploring miso soup for the first time, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
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Ingredients
- 4 cups water
- 1 teaspoon dashi granules
- 3 tablespoons miso paste
- 7 ounces tofu, firm or silken
- 2 tablespoons wakame dried seaweed
- 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce (optional)
Directions
Step 1
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
Step 2
Add the dashi granules to the water, stirring until fully dissolved. This forms the base of your soup.
Step 3
In a small bowl, combine miso paste with a few tablespoons of the hot dashi broth. Stir until the miso is dissolved completely to avoid any lumps.
Step 4
Stir the miso mixture back into the saucepan with the dashi, ensuring the soup does not return to a boil. Keeping the soup under a boil preserves the delicate flavors of miso.
Step 5
Cut the tofu into small cubes (approximately 1/2-inch pieces) and gently add them to the saucepan.
Step 6
Add the wakame seaweed to the soup and allow it to heat through and rehydrate, which takes about 2-3 minutes.
Step 7
Taste the soup and add soy sauce if desired for added depth of flavor. However, this step is optional as miso can be salty enough.
Step 8
Serve the soup in bowls and garnish with sliced green onions before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 1258.9 grams (1258.9g) |
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| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 454 |
| Total Fat 19.80g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat 2.90g | 14% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3503mg | 152% |
| Total Carbohydrate 30.90g | 11% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.80g | 31% |
| Total Sugars 5.90g | |
| Protein 42.00g | 84% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1617mg | 124% |
| Iron 9mg | 52% |
| Potassium 729mg | 16% |
Source of Calories