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Japanese Miso Soup with Tofu and Wakame

An authentic, quick-to-prepare recipe for Japanese miso soup combining dashi broth, smooth tofu, and wakame seaweed.

Easy 5 min prep 10 min cook 15 min total 4 servings 4.9/10
Ready in
15 minutes

Makes 4 servings

About This Recipe

An authentic, quick-to-prepare recipe for Japanese miso soup combining dashi broth, smooth tofu, and wakame seaweed.

A classic, comforting Japanese soup featuring soft tofu, wakame, and savory miso broth.

Ratings

Expert Rating
4.9
95% confidence
Final Score
4.9
90% confidence

Category Scores

9.5
Taste
9.8
Difficulty
9.0
Presentation
8.8
Nutrition
9.5
Value
9.5
Instructions
9.2
Ingredients
9.8
Time Accuracy
9.5
Would Make Again
9.4
Overall

Cooking Timeline

Prep 5 min
Cook 10 min
  1. Step 1
  2. Step 2
  3. Step 3
  4. Step 4
  5. Step 5

Ingredients

Soup Base

Add-ins

Garnish

Equipment

  • Medium pot For heating dashi stock
  • Fine-mesh strainer For dissolving miso paste smoothly
  • Small bowl For rehydrating wakame

Instructions

  1. 1

    Rehydrate the dried wakame seaweed in a small bowl of water for about 5 minutes, then drain.

  2. 2

    Heat the dashi stock in a medium pot over medium heat until it comes to a gentle simmer.

  3. 3

    Add the cubed silken tofu and rehydrated wakame to the simmering dashi, cooking for 2 minutes.

  4. 4

    Reduce heat to low. Place the miso paste into a fine-mesh strainer, submerge it partially in the hot broth, and use a spoon or whisk to dissolve the paste completely.

  5. 5

    Turn off the heat immediately once the miso is dissolved (do not let it boil). Ladle into bowls, garnish with sliced green onions, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Calories 70
Protein 6g
Carbs 7g
Fat 3g
Fiber 2g
Sugar 3g
Sodium 650g
Serving Size 1 bowl

Expert Review

Reviewed by FindEdition Kitchen

Verdict

A quick, authentic, and deeply soothing Japanese classic loaded with umami flavor.

Pros

  • Lightning fast preparation
  • Simple ingredients
  • Authentic taste

Cons

  • Cannot be re-boiled after adding miso

Overview

A classic, comforting Japanese soup featuring soft tofu, wakame, and savory miso broth.

AI Insights

Summary

An authentic, quick-to-prepare recipe for Japanese miso soup combining dashi broth, smooth tofu, and wakame seaweed.

Tips

  • Always dissolve the miso paste through a strainer to avoid lumps
  • Do not boil the soup after the miso has been added to preserve its rich flavor
  • Use firm silken tofu for the best melt-in-your-mouth texture

Substitutions

  • Silken tofu → Firm tofu
  • White miso → Red miso (for a stronger, deeper flavor)

Storage

Best consumed immediately. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 1 day, reheating gently without boiling.

Pairing

Steamed white rice Japanese sushi or grilled fish

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FAQ

Can I let miso soup boil after adding the miso?
No, boiling destroys the delicate flavor and beneficial probiotics of the miso paste.
Is this recipe vegetarian?
Yes, if you use a vegan dashi stock made from kombu and shiitake mushrooms instead of bonito-based dashi.

About the Author

FindEdition Kitchen

Recipe tested and reviewed by the FindEdition culinary team.

Specialty: Japanese cuisine

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