Save to Pinterest Experience the gentle warmth of a traditional Japanese favorite with this Miso Soup with Tofu, Spinach, and Green Onions. This delicate and nourishing soup combines creamy firm tofu, vibrant fresh spinach, and aromatic green onions in a savory, umami-rich miso broth, making it a perfect easy meal or starter.
Save to Pinterest Whether you are seeking a light lunch or a comforting addition to a Japanese-inspired dinner, this recipe brings authentic flavors to your kitchen with minimal effort and simple, wholesome ingredients.
Ingredients
- Broth
- 4 cups (1 liter) dashi stock (use kombu-based for vegetarian)
- 3 tablespoons white or yellow miso paste
- Vegetables & Tofu
- 120 g (4 oz) firm tofu, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
- 2 cups (60 g) fresh spinach leaves, washed and roughly chopped
- 2 green onions (scallions), thinly sliced
Instructions
- Step 1
- In a medium saucepan, bring the dashi stock to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
- Step 2
- Place the miso paste in a small bowl. Ladle about 1/2 cup of hot dashi into the bowl and whisk until the miso dissolves completely, then return the mixture to the saucepan. Do not let the soup boil after adding miso.
- Step 3
- Add the tofu cubes to the pot and simmer gently for 2–3 minutes until heated through.
- Step 4
- Stir in the spinach and cook for 1–2 minutes until just wilted.
- Step 5
- Remove the soup from heat. Stir in the sliced green onions.
- Step 6
- Ladle into bowls and serve immediately.
Zusatztipps für die Zubereitung
To ensure the best texture and flavor, always use a small bowl to whisk your miso with a bit of warm dashi before adding it to the main pot; this prevents lumps. Most importantly, do not let the soup boil once the miso has been added, as high heat can alter the delicate flavor profile of the paste.
Varianten und Anpassungen
For a strictly vegan version, ensure your dashi is made with kombu (kelp) and omit any fish-based ingredients. You can also customize your bowl by adding mushrooms, wakame seaweed, or a dash of sesame oil. Feel free to adjust the miso quantity to taste if you prefer a saltier or milder broth.
Serviervorschläge
Ladle the hot soup into small bowls and serve immediately while the green onions are fragrant and the spinach is bright. This soup contains soy from the tofu and miso, and you should use gluten-free versions of miso and dashi if you have gluten sensitivities.
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Questions & Answers
- → What type of tofu works best?
Firm tofu is ideal as it holds shape during gentle simmering without breaking apart.
- → Can I substitute the dashi stock?
Use kombu-based dashi for vegetarian versions; vegetable broth can also be a mild alternative.
- → How to prevent miso from boiling?
Always add dissolved miso off heat or at very low simmer to preserve its delicate flavor.
- → What greens complement this dish?
Fresh spinach is traditional, but tender leaves like baby bok choy or kale can also work well.
- → Are there common variations?
Mushrooms, wakame seaweed, or a splash of sesame oil add interesting flavor twists.