Miso Soup is the original health food, it's an easy, umami rich soup recipe made with fermented bean paste that has been nourishing the Japanese for centuries ~ and you can make this delicious super food soup for yourself in just minutes!
6cupswater (you can also use part vegetable or chicken stock if you like)
4TbspMiso paste
1cupfirm tofu, cut in small cubes (use more if you like)
2cupsassorted mushrooms, sliced
4or 5 scallions, sliced thin (use all of the white and a little of the green)
Instructions
Heat the stock and water to a simmer and add the mushrooms and tofu. Simmer for a couple of minutes to cook the mushrooms.
When you're ready to serve, add the scallions and take the pan off the heat.
In a small bowl, whisk the miso with 1/4 cup of the hot broth to form a paste. Stir it back into the broth, and serve.
Notes
Use yellow or white miso for a milder flavor...this is perfect if you are new to miso, or cooking for kids.
Use any type of stock you like in place of the water.
Add any thinly sliced veggies you like, including bok choy, carrots, or broccoli. Just be sure to simmer the vegetables until tender before you add the miso.