Miso Soup Recipe: Easy & Flavorful Japanese Classic

Miso soup is a traditional Japanese soup. It’s full of yummy things and good for your body. It’s easy to make and kids love it too. Let’s learn how to make it!

What You Need

Here’s what you need to make Miso Soup:

• Miso paste: This is the main part of the soup. It’s made from soybeans.
• Dashi: This is like soup stock. It gives the soup a nice flavor.
• Tofu: This is a soft food made from soybeans. It’s good for you.
• Seaweed: This comes from the ocean. It’s also called “wakame.”
• Green onions: These are like little onions that are green. They add a nice taste.
• Water: This is to mix everything in.

Instructions

Follow these steps to make Miso Soup:

1. Get a big pot and put 4 cups of water in it.
2. Add the dashi to the water and make it warm, but don’t let it boil.
3. Take some water from the pot and mix it with 3 tablespoons of miso paste in a bowl.
4. Put the miso mix back in the pot and stir it all up.
5. Cut tofu into small cubes and put them in the soup.
6. Add a handful of seaweed to the soup.
7. Let the soup get warm again but don’t let it boil. Boiling can make the miso taste not so good.
8. Chop up the green onions and sprinkle them on top of the soup.
9. Turn off the heat and your Miso Soup is ready to eat!

Nutrition Information

Miso Soup is full of good things for your body. Here’s what’s in it:

Tips and Tricks

Here are some tips to make your Miso Soup even better:

• Try different kinds of miso paste to find the one you like best.
• Add some mushrooms or other veggies for more yummy tastes.
• Ask an adult to help with cutting and cooking.
• Always wash your hands before you start cooking.
• Eat your Miso Soup with rice or noodles to make it a full meal.