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Miso Soup with Harusame (glass noodles)

Miso Soup with Harusame

Today’s miso soup features Harusame glass noodles. Harusame (春雨) are smooth and glutenous noodles made from potato starch. Harusame is typically sold as hard, dried white sticks, but once cooked, they becomes soft and clear noodles. Harusame literally means “spring rain” in Japanese, which is quite poetic. Harusame is often used in Nabe hot pot dishes or salad in Japanese cuisine, but it’s also great in miso soup. As long as it’s not a large amount added to the soup (as it will absorb liquid), there’s no need to rehydrate it beforehand. We also added Fu (麩), glutenous wheat bread, which tastes like soft croutons in the soup but acts more like a garnish here. Flower-shaped Fu, as used in the recipe, adds a splash of color, perfect for springtime. We hope you give it a try!

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Miso Soup with Ground Chicken and Daikon

Miso Soup with Ground Chicken and Daikon

Today’s miso soup is made with ground chicken and Daikon radish. Because ground chicken imparts a rich savory chicken flavor, we skipped the Dashi and used just water. Daikon is a versatile vegetable to have in the pantry; it can be used in miso soup, salads, and can keep well for at least a couple of weeks in the fridge if wrapped properly. It’s crunchy when raw but becomes tender and melts in your mouth when cooked for a long time. You can enjoy different textures depending on how long you cook it. Nowadays, many US markets sell daikon radish, so the ingredients for this miso soup can be easily sourced locally. Like many of our miso soups, miso soup with ground chicken and Daikon is easy to make, healthy, and delicious! We hope you give it a try!

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Miso Soup with Onion Pork Belly & Tofu

Miso Soup with Onion Pork Belly & Tofu

Today’s miso soup features a delightful combination of onion, pork belly, and tofu. The natural sweetness from the onion, combined with the savory miso taste, complements the rich flavor of the pork belly. With the addition of quality protein from tofu, this soup becomes a hearty and satisfying dish. As with many of our other miso soups, this recipe is quick and easy to prepare. Consider making extra for dinner and enjoying the leftovers for breakfast. Pairing this miso soup with steamed rice and pickled vegetables creates a simple yet fulfilling morning meal. Give it a try, and we hope you enjoy the wonderful blend of flavors in this miso soup!

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Miso Soup with Potato Dumplings

Miso Soup with Potato Dumplings

Today’s miso soup is made with potato dumplings. Dumpling soups, known as Suiton, are found in many regions in Japan, and the dumplings are usually made from flour and water. Suiton is a simple and hearty dish, loved as comfort food. Here, Suiton dumplings are made with grated raw potatoes. The texture of the dumplings becomes chewy once they are cooked in the soup, and they are delicious. And it’s so easy to make with the ingredients you already have. Add whatever vegetables you have in the fridge; there is no need to shop for this miso soup. It’s warm and filling, making it a perfect dish for cold nights. Hope you try it!

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Miso Soup with Taro and Chicken

Miso Soup with Taro and Chicken

Today’s miso soup features Satoimo, Japanese taro, and chicken. Soft and fluffy, or sometimes sticky, taro is a satisfyingly filling ingredient for miso soup. You may find it a little troublesome to peel taro since it may cause your skin to itch sometimes. Feel free to use gloves if you prefer. Along with the taro, we’ve added chicken thigh pieces; they complement each other very well. However, you can substitute chicken breast or chicken tender if you prefer a healthier option. While chicken thigh adds a rich flavor to the soup, lean chicken will also contribute pleasant umami. If you come across taro, give this miso soup a try. You’re sure to enjoy it!

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Miso Soup with Pork Meatballs

Miso Soup with Pork Meatballs

Today’s miso soup is with pork meatballs and Napa cabbage, making it a hearty dish that can easily serve as a main course alongside steamed rice. There’s no need to make Dashi for this miso soup as the ground pork provides enough umami savory flavor. Napa cabbage adds a delightful texture and makes the soup both filling and healthy. While pork meatballs are simple to make, you can enhance the flavor by adding grated ginger or chopped onion. Overall, it’s a very satisfying miso soup. Give it a try soon!

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Miso Soup with Soy Milk

Miso Soup with Soy Milk

Today’s Miso soup is with soy milk. Unsweetened soy milk is the base for this soup, and it gives the soup a mild creamy flavor. Miso paste and soy milk are both made from soy beans, and of course they blend in perfect harmony. Together with Abuuraage thin fried Tofu, this is a triple soy-licious dish! Because Kombu sea kelp Dashi and Shimeji mushrooms add extra depth to the flavor, there’s no need to add any animal-derived ingredients. Miso Soup with Soy Milk is packed with Umami flavor, and it’s a vegetarian and vegan friendly soup (But it’s hearty enough to satisfy meat eaters too). Hope you like it!

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Miso Soup with Salmon and Daikon

Miso Soup with Salmon and Daikon

Today’s miso soup is made with salmon and daikon. Fresh salmon fillet is cut into bite size pieces and cooked with daikon radish in savory dashi broth and seasoned with miso paste.

Daikon is a long white Japanese radish, and it’s used in a variety of Japanese dishes such as pickles, salad, stew, and soup. As the name Daikon in Japanese literally means “large root” (大根), once you buy a whole daikon, it can be transformed into multiple dishes. Miso soup is a great way to use up a leftover piece of daikon in the fridge.

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