miso soup
Miso soup is a traditional Japanese soup made primarily from dashi stock and miso paste. It is a staple in Japanese cuisine, often served as a side dish during meals and valued for its comforting umami flavor and nutritional benefits.
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Ingredients
- 4 cups
- 3 tablespoons
- 100 grams
- 1/4 cup dried
- 2 tablespoons chopped
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Japanese
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Last updated 4/1/2026
Miso soup has origins dating back to ancient Japan, evolving from fermented soybean paste used in Buddhist temple cuisine and becoming widely popular during the Edo period as a daily staple.
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