Classic Miso Soup with Silken Tofu and Wakame
A simple yet deeply flavorful Japanese soup that balances umami from miso paste with the oceanic notes of wakame seaweed and soft tofu. This japanese-inspired soups ready in about 25 minutes pairs dashi stock, wakame seaweed, silken tofu for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 80 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 cups dashi stock
- 2 sheets wakame seaweed
- 14 oz silken tofu
- 3 tbsp white miso paste
- 1 green onion
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a small saucepan, bring 4 cups dashi stock to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat (do not boil) for 5 minutes to infuse flavors.
- Step 2: While dashi simmers, place 3 tbsp white miso paste in a bowl and whisk with 2 tbsp warm dashi until smooth to prevent lumps.
- Step 3: Add 2 rehydrated and finely chopped wakame sheets to simmering dashi and let steep for 2 minutes until fragrant and tender.
- Step 4: Remove saucepan from heat. Stir in dissolved miso paste, then gently add 14 oz cubed silken tofu (cubed 1/2-inch) and let sit for 1 minute until heated through without breaking.
- Step 5: Serve hot in bowls, garnished with thinly sliced green onion.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Classic Miso Soup with Silken Tofu and Wakame take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Classic Miso Soup with Silken Tofu and Wakame?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep dashi stock from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Classic Miso Soup with Silken Tofu and Wakame?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Classic Miso Soup with Silken Tofu and Wakame for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Classic Miso Soup with Silken Tofu and Wakame?
Japanese soups like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
The aroma while cooking this was absolutely heavenly.
- ★★★★★
My whole family loved this.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
