Miso-Infused Hidden Mushroom Soup

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A deeply savory soup where miso paste creates hidden umami depth beneath earthy mushrooms and a touch of ginger. This japanese-inspired soups ready in about 35 minutes pairs dashi stock, shiitake mushrooms, enoki mushrooms for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 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.

★ 4.5 (13 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 Japanese cuisine 180 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium pot, combine 4 cups dashi stock, 6 oz sliced shiitake mushrooms, and 2 oz cleaned enoki mushrooms. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat and cook for 10 minutes until mushrooms soften.
  2. Step 2: While soup simmers, finely mince 1 tbsp fresh ginger. Add ginger, 3 tbsp miso paste, and 1 tsp soy sauce to the pot, stirring constantly to dissolve miso without boiling.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 1 tsp sesame oil, 2 tbsp chopped green onions, and 1/4 tsp white pepper. Simmer gently for 5 more minutes until flavors meld and soup is fragrant but not boiling.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Miso-Infused Hidden Mushroom Soup take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (15 min prep + 20 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 Miso-Infused Hidden Mushroom Soup?

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 Miso-Infused Hidden Mushroom Soup?

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 Miso-Infused Hidden Mushroom Soup 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 Miso-Infused Hidden Mushroom Soup?

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.

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