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10 Minute Miso Soup

A quick, savory broth filled with the rich umami flavor of miso paste, fluffy tofu, and vibrant green onions, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Soup
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Soup Base
  • 4 cups water To be brought to a gentle boil.
  • 1/4 cup miso paste Choose from white, yellow, or red varieties.
  • 1/2 cup cubed tofu Firm or soft tofu can be used.
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions For topping.
  • 1/2 cup rehydrated seaweed (wakame) Should be rehydrated in warm water before adding.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Boil the water in a medium pot.
  2. Mix the miso paste with a small ladle of hot water in a separate bowl until smooth.
  3. Combine the miso mixture back into the pot of boiling water.
  4. Gently add cubed tofu and let it soak up flavors.
  5. Rehydrate wakame seaweed if not done yet, then add to the pot.
  6. Stir in chopped green onions and let it simmer for 2 minutes.
  7. Ladle the soup into bowls and serve hot.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. For freezing, package individual servings to make reheating easier.