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10-Minute Tofu Miso Soup
A quick and comforting miso soup ready in just 10 minutes. Perfect for a light lunch or a warm starter.
Ingredients
- 4 cups Water
- 1 teaspoon Dashi Powder
- 2 tablespoons Miso Paste
- 4 oz Firm Tofu
- 1 tablespoon Dried Wakame Seaweed
- 1 Green Onions
Rehydrate Wakame
Place the dried wakame seaweed in a small bowl and cover with warm water. Let it rehydrate for about 5 minutes.
Boil Water and Add Dashi
In a small pot, bring the water to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and add the dashi powder. Stir to dissolve.
Dissolve Miso Paste
Take a small amount of the hot dashi broth and mix it with the miso paste in a small bowl. This will help to dissolve the miso paste evenly and prevent clumps. Add the dissolved miso paste to the pot of dashi broth. Do not boil the soup after adding the miso, as this can affect its flavor and nutritional value.
Add Tofu and Wakame
Add the cubed tofu and the rehydrated wakame (drain off excess water first) to the soup. Heat through gently for about 2 minutes.
Garnish and Serve
Ladle the miso soup into bowls and garnish with sliced green onions. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts Estimated per 100g of product
Other Considerations for Nutrition
Miso paste is high in sodium. Adjust the amount to your dietary needs. Consider using low-sodium miso paste.
FAQ
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Can I use different types of miso paste?
Yes, you can use white, yellow, or red miso paste. White miso is the mildest, while red miso is the strongest in flavor. Adjust the amount according to your taste. -
Can I add other vegetables?
Yes, you can add other quick-cooking vegetables like spinach, mushrooms, or bean sprouts. -
Can I make this vegan?
Make sure the dashi is vegan. Many dashi powders contain fish flakes. Use a kombu dashi instead, made from seaweed.