Real Garlic Miso Soup with Tofu

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A deeply savory Japanese-inspired soup with a rich miso base, delicate tofu, and aromatic garlic, perfect for a light yet satisfying meal. This Japanese-inspired soup recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs white miso paste, dashi stock, firm tofu 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

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium pot, gently heat 4 cups dashi stock over medium-low heat until simmering (do not boil).
  2. Step 2: Whisk 3 tbsp white miso paste into a small bowl with 2 tbsp of the hot dashi until smooth. Stir the miso mixture into the pot, then add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp mirin.
  3. Step 3: Simmer gently for 5 minutes without boiling to allow flavors to meld, stirring occasionally.
  4. Step 4: Add 14 oz cubed firm tofu and cook for 3 more minutes until heated through.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat, stir in 1 tsp sesame oil, and divide into bowls. Garnish with 3 thinly sliced green onions before serving.

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