Best Easy Miso Style Tofu Soup Recipe

Soft tofu and seaweed float in a miso-flavored broth in this Chinese-Japanese fusion soup. This vegetarian, protein-rich family soup is healthy, low calorie, and supports a dash diet plan.

Cook 20 min Difficulty EASY 128 kcal
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • soft tofu 14 oz
  • dried seaweed 0.5 oz
  • shiitake mushrooms 4 pieces
  • water 5 cups
  • scallion 2 pieces
Seasonings/Sauce
  • white miso paste 3 tbsp
  • light soy sauce 1 tbsp
  • sesame oil 1 tsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 10 g 31%
Protein 13 g 41%
Fat 5 g 28%
Serving size 280g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Soak the dried seaweed in cold water for 10 minutes until fully rehydrated, then drain and set aside.

  2. 2

    Wipe shiitake mushrooms and thinly slice them; slice scallions on the diagonal and cut tofu into 1-inch cubes.

  3. 3

    Bring 5 cups water to a gentle simmer in a medium pot over medium heat.

  4. 4

    Add mushrooms and rehydrated seaweed to the pot. Simmer uncovered for 5 minutes to build umami flavor.

  5. 5

    Reduce heat to low. Gently add tofu cubes and continue warming for 3–4 minutes—do not allow to boil.

  6. 6

    In a small bowl, whisk miso paste with a ladle of hot broth from the pot until smooth. Stir the miso mixture back into the soup. Add soy sauce and sesame oil.

  7. 7

    Stir gently and shut off the heat as soon as the miso is fully incorporated (do not let the miso boil).

  8. 8

    Ladle soup into bowls, top with sliced scallions and a drizzle of extra sesame oil, if desired. Serve immediately for best texture.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this Miso Style Tofu Soup recipe?
The key ingredient is soft tofu, which provides a creamy texture and is the main protein source. Paired with white miso paste, these two components define the soup’s unique flavor and make it hearty yet light.
Q. What’s the best way to avoid overcooking the tofu in miso soup?
Gently add the tofu to the pot and keep the soup at a low heat—never allow it to boil. Overcooking can break apart the tofu and make it rubbery, while a gentle simmer preserves its delicate texture.
Q. How do I ensure the miso flavor stays fresh without bitterness?
Mix the miso paste with some hot broth in a separate bowl, then stir it into the soup at the end with the heat off. Do not boil after adding miso, as high heat diminishes its aroma and can cause bitterness.
Q. What is the nutrition profile for this soup per serving?
Each serving contains about 128 kcal, with 13g of protein (41% of calories), 10g of carbs (31%), and 5g of fat (28%). It’s a protein-rich, low-calorie soup suitable for vegetarian and DASH-friendly diets.
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