Miso Soup

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
1%
Miso Soup
30 min.
4
43kcal

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Welcome to the delightful world of Miso Soup, a traditional Japanese dish that is not only comforting but also incredibly nourishing. This gluten-free and dairy-free recipe is perfect for those seeking a light yet satisfying meal. With a preparation time of just 30 minutes, you can whip up a bowl of this umami-rich soup that serves four, making it an ideal starter for a cozy dinner or a quick snack during the day.

Miso Soup is renowned for its health benefits, thanks to its key ingredient, miso paste, which is packed with probiotics and essential nutrients. The combination of soft tofu and fresh scallion greens adds a delightful texture and flavor, while the dashi broth, made from kombu and katsuo bushi, infuses the soup with a deep, savory essence that warms the soul.

Whether you're enjoying it as an appetizer, a light meal, or a comforting snack, this Miso Soup is sure to impress. Its low calorie count of just 43 kcal per serving makes it a guilt-free indulgence that you can savor any time of the day. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to experience the soothing taste of homemade Miso Soup that will transport you straight to the heart of Japan!

Ingredients

  • package katsuo bushi dried (5-g) ( bonito flakes; 1/2 cup)
  • tablespoons miso white ( fermented-soybean paste)
  • cups water cold
  • tablespoons spring onion thinly sliced
  • inch kombu dried ( kelp)
  • 0.3 pound spicy tofu soft drained cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • servings frangelico 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • sieve
  • tongs
  • cheesecloth

Directions

  1. Wipe any sand or salt from kombu with a dampened cloth. Bring kombu and water just to a boil in a 2-quart saucepan over high heat.
  2. Remove kombu with tongs and reserve for another use.
  3. Sprinkle katsuo bushi over liquid and remove pan from heat.
  4. Let stand 3 minutes, then pour through a cheesecloth-lined sieve into a bowl.
  5. Stir together misto and 1/4 cup dashi in a bowl until smooth.
  6. Heat remaining dashi in saucepan over moderately high heat until hot, then gently stir in tofu. Simmer 1minute and remove from heat. Immediately stir in miso mixture and and scallion greens and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories43kcal
Protein35.06%
Fat36.25%
Carbs28.69%

Properties

Glycemic Index
27
Glycemic Load
1.15
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.8413043274828%

Flavonoids

Kaempferol
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.32mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:42.98kcal
2.15%
Fat:1.77g
2.72%
Saturated Fat:0.23g
1.45%
Carbohydrates:3.15g
1.05%
Net Carbohydrates:2.37g
0.86%
Sugar:0.69g
0.77%
Cholesterol:0.17mg
0.06%
Sodium:331.16mg
14.4%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.85g
7.71%
Vitamin K:9.54µg
9.08%
Calcium:49.9mg
4.99%
Manganese:0.08mg
4.02%
Iron:0.63mg
3.51%
Copper:0.07mg
3.41%
Fiber:0.78g
3.12%
Magnesium:7.99mg
2%
Zinc:0.26mg
1.75%
Phosphorus:15.16mg
1.52%
Folate:5.82µg
1.46%
Vitamin B2:0.02mg
1.42%
Source:Epicurious
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