Miso soup is a Japanese food staple with a symbolic flavor. It features a blend of miso paste, a traditional Japanese ingredient, and dashi broth, which all contribute to the depth of flavor. Miso soup is also really versatile, and there are lots of different ways to make it.
In this roundup, I’ll introduce 8 authentic miso soup variations that I recommend.
1. The “Standard” Miso Soup
The definition of “the” miso soup varies from region to region and from household to household, but this is what I think the most standard miso soup is.
Aburaage, tofu, wakame seaweed, and leeks all go well with miso!
2. Pork Miso Soup
Tonjiru is a delicious soup where pork belly meets miso magic. This hearty soup is packed with flavor, featuring tender meat and root vegetables swimming in a rich, umami-rich broth.
This warming bowl is a great mix of tradition and innovation—perfect for anyone craving Japanese comfort food with a meaty twist.
3. Chicken Miso Soup
Let me introduce you to Torijiru, the lesser-known hero of Japanese miso soups. This chicken-powered dish combines deep chicken flavor with vegetables in a deliciously warming broth.
My secret weapon is crispy chicken skin for an unexpected crunchy topping!
4. Salmon Miso Soup
Why not try a bowl of salmon miso soup? This tasty mix of tender fish, earthy mushrooms, sweet carrots, and creamy potatoes is a hearty and satisfying dish.
Perfect for those seeking a pescatarian twist on classic Japanese fare.
5. Clam Miso Soup
Take a look at our Asari Miso Soup, where the sea meets simplicity. Briny clams and mellow miso come together to create a symphony of savory delight.
This umami-rich liquid doesn’t even need dashi—it’s got all the natural goodness it needs!
6. Ginger Miso Soup (Plant-based)
It’s amazing how much miso soups can vary in flavor! This vegan miso soup is a great example of how plants can be used to create a flavorful dish.
The kombu and shiitake create an umami explosion, while the ginger adds an unexpected twist. Get ready for a flavor experience!
7. Mushroom Miso Soup
Just one miso. Four mushrooms, please. The possibilities are endless. This mushroom miso soup takes simple ingredients and turns them into a flavorful and satisfying dish with some autumn feeling.
There’s no need to complicate things with fancy ingredients. Nature provides all the complexity we need. Get ready for a taste explosion that’ll leave you wanting more.
8. Red Miso Soup
Fancy trying something authentically Japanese? Try aka-dashi, the bold red miso soup that’s the pride of Aichi Prefecture.
This quick and tasty recipe uses hatchō miso, tofu, and wakame seaweed to create a flavorful dish in just 15 minutes.
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