Hidden Mushroom Miso Soup

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-15 · Updated 2026-04-15

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A clear broth with deeply infused mushroom flavor that reveals its richness only after the first spoonful. This Japanese-inspired soup recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs shiitake mushrooms, dashi stock, white miso paste for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 120 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Japanese cuisine 120 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 ounces, sliced shiitake mushrooms
4 cups dashi stock
3 tablespoons white miso paste
2, thinly sliced green onions
1/2 block (3 oz), cubed tofu
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds

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Instructions

Step 1: In a small pot, bring 4 cups dashi stock to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Add 4 ounces sliced shiitake mushrooms and simmer for 10 minutes until mushrooms are tender and broth has absorbed their earthy flavor.
Step 2: Remove pot from heat and stir in 3 tablespoons white miso paste until fully dissolved. Do not boil after adding miso to preserve its flavor.
Step 3: Divide soup into bowls, top each with 1/2 cubed tofu, 2 thinly sliced green onions, and a drizzle of 1 teaspoon sesame oil. Sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds before serving.