How to Make Miso Soup with Shiitake Mushrooms - A Step-by-Step Guide

Miso soup is a traditional Japanese dish that has been enjoyed for centuries. It is a simple and comforting soup that is typically made with a few key ingredients: miso paste, dashi (Japanese soup stock), and added vegetables or tofu. The combination of these ingredients creates a flavorful and wholesome soup that is enjoyed as a staple in Japanese cuisine.

One of the most popular variations of miso soup is with shiitake mushrooms. Shiitake mushrooms are a staple in Japanese cuisine a...

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Ingredients

  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 4 shiitake mushrooms, thinly sliced
  • ¼ cup miso paste
  • 4 teaspoons soy sauce
  • ⅓ cup diced firm tofu
  • 2 green onions, trimmed and thinly sliced

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Bring the vegetable broth to a boil in a saucepan. Add the mushrooms, reduce heat to low, and simmer 4 minutes. Stir the miso paste and soy sauce together in a small bowl; add to the broth along with the tofu and continue cooking for 1 minute more. Pour the soup into bowls and top with the green onions to serve.
  • Nutrition

    92 cal.

    • Total Fat: 3g
    • Saturated Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 1406mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 12g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 109mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 93mg