True-to-Tradition Miso Soup with Tofu
A minimalist soup highlighting the pure essence of miso, featuring silky tofu and fresh scallions for an authentic Japanese experience. This japanese-inspired soups ready in about 20 minutes pairs dashi stock, white miso paste, 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 2, 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
- 3 tbsp white miso paste
- 14 oz firm tofu
- 2 green onions
- 1/4 cup wakame seaweed
- 1 tsp mirin
Instructions
- Step 1: Rehydrate 1/4 cup wakame seaweed in a bowl of warm water for 5 minutes, then drain. Cube 14 oz firm tofu into 1/2-inch pieces.
- Step 2: In a medium pot, bring 4 cups dashi stock to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat (do not boil).
- Step 3: Whisk 3 tbsp white miso paste into 1/4 cup of the hot dashi until fully dissolved, then stir back into the pot.
- Step 4: Add 1 tsp mirin and 1/2 cup drained wakame to the soup, simmering for 3 minutes until flavors meld.
- Step 5: Gently add tofu cubes and 2 thinly sliced green onions, cooking for 2 more minutes until tofu is heated through. Serve immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does True-to-Tradition Miso Soup with Tofu take to make?
Total time is about 20 minutes (10 min prep + 10 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 True-to-Tradition Miso Soup with Tofu?
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 True-to-Tradition Miso Soup with Tofu?
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 True-to-Tradition Miso Soup with Tofu for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 True-to-Tradition Miso Soup with Tofu?
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
- ★★★★★
Quick to prep and the results are amazing. A real keeper.
- ★★★☆☆
It was fine. Came out a bit bland for my taste.
- ★★★☆☆
Decent recipe but nothing special. Might try a different version.
