Beef and Miso Soup Savory Miso Soup with Thinly Sliced Beef, Tofu, and Greens Ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil ½ lb thinly sliced beef (sirloin, flank, or hot pot style) 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon mirin (or rice vinegar) 1 teaspoon sesame oil 4 cups dashi broth (or low-sodium beef broth) 3 tablespoons white or red miso paste ½ cup firm tofu, cubed 1 cup shiitake mushrooms, sliced 1 cup baby spinach or napa cabbage 2 green onions, sliced 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger Salt, to taste Optional: chili oil or shichimi togarashi for heat Directions: In a pot over medium heat, add vegetable oil. Sauté sliced beef with soy sauce, mirin, sesame oil, and grated ginger for 2–3 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside. In the same pot, pour in dashi broth and bring to a gentle simmer. In a small bowl, whisk miso paste with a few tablespoons of hot broth until smooth, then stir it back into the pot. Do not boil once miso is added. Add mushrooms and tofu; simmer gently for 5 minutes. Return beef to the pot along with spinach or napa cabbage. Cook for 2 more minutes until greens wilt. Taste and adjust seasoning. Ladle into bowls and top with green onions and optional chili oil or togarashi. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes Kcal: 310 kcal | Servings: 3–4 servings #misosoup #beefmiso #japaneserecipes #comfortsoup #umamisoup #quickjapanesemeals #beefsoup #heartybroth #misobroth #tofusoup #japanesecooking #homemadesoup #asianflavors #easycomfortfood #misodinner #healthybroth #soupseason #mushroomsoup #beefnoodlebowl #gingersoup A steaming bowl of miso soup + tender beef = weeknight magic in under 30 minutes Cozy, savory, and soul-warming.

Beef and Miso Soup Savory Japanese Beef and Miso Soup with Mushrooms and Greens Ingredients: 1/2 lb (225g) thinly sliced beef (sirloin or flank steak) 4 cups dashi broth (or low-sodium beef broth as substitute) 2 tbsp white miso paste 1 tbsp soy sauce 1 tbsp mirin 1 tsp sesame oil 1 cup shiitake mushrooms, sliced 1/2 block soft tofu, cubed 2 cups baby spinach 2 green onions, sliced 1 garlic clove, minced 1 tsp freshly grated ginger Cooked rice or soba noodles (optional for serving) Directions: In a medium pot, heat sesame oil over medium heat. Sauté garlic and ginger for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the beef slices and cook until browned but still tender, about 2–3 minutes. Remove and set aside. Pour in the dashi broth and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in mushrooms and tofu, and cook for 5–7 minutes. In a small bowl, mix miso paste with a few tablespoons of warm broth until dissolved, then stir back into the pot. Add soy sauce, mirin, and return beef to the pot. Simmer for another 2 minutes. Turn off the heat, stir in spinach, and let it wilt in the residual heat. Serve hot, topped with sliced green onions. Add a scoop of cooked rice or soba noodles to make it heartier. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes Kcal: 275 kcal | Servings: 2 servings #beefsoup #miso #japaneserecipes #comfortfood #quickdinner #easyweeknight #healthyrecipes #asianflavors #tofu #shiitake #spinachsoup #umami #homemadesoup #noodlesoup #misopaste #dinnerideas #heartybroth #beefandmiso #souprecipe #brothbased Warm up your soul with this umami-packed Japanese Beef and Miso Soup! It’s nourishing, comforting, and full of flavor in every slurp.

Japanese Chicken Ramen with Soft-Boiled Egg Soul-Warming Chicken Ramen with Marinated Eggs and Umami Broth Ingredients: 2 boneless, skinless chicken thighs 2 soft-boiled eggs 4 cups chicken broth 2 cups water 2 packs fresh ramen noodles (or dried if unavailable) 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon mirin 1 tablespoon miso paste 1 teaspoon sesame oil 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 teaspoon grated ginger 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 green onion, sliced 1/2 cup corn kernels 1/2 cup bamboo shoots (optional) Nori sheets, for garnish Salt and pepper, to taste Directions: Heat vegetable oil in a pot over medium heat. Sear chicken thighs for 3–4 minutes per side until golden. Remove and set aside. In the same pot, sauté garlic and ginger for 1 minute. Add chicken broth, water, soy sauce, mirin, and miso paste. Stir to combine. Return chicken thighs to the broth. Simmer gently for 20 minutes, covered, until chicken is tender. Remove chicken, slice thinly, and set aside. Cook ramen noodles according to package instructions. Drain and divide between two large bowls. Slice soft-boiled eggs in half. Top noodles with sliced chicken, egg halves, corn, bamboo shoots, green onion, and nori. Pour hot broth over the toppings. Drizzle with sesame oil. Serve immediately, with extra soy sauce or chili oil on the side if desired. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes Kcal: 540 kcal | Servings: 2 servings #ramenlove #chickenramen #softboiledeggs #japanesefood #comfortsoup #asianrecipes #homemaderamen #ramenbowl #soulfood #easyrecipes #weeknightmeals #misobroth #quickdinners #umamiflavor #noodlesoup #heartymeals #ramenrecipe #foodphotography #noodlelovers #cozykitchen Just whipped up this soul-warming Japanese Chicken Ramen ! Juicy chicken, savory miso broth, and that perfect soft-boiled egg make every bite heavenly

Shinozawa Misora

Miso Glazed Chicken Thighs Savory Miso-Glazed Chicken Thighs with Sesame and Scallions Ingredients: 6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs 3 tablespoons white miso paste 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons mirin 1 tablespoon rice vinegar 1 tablespoon honey 2 teaspoons sesame oil 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger 1 tablespoon vegetable oil Toasted sesame seeds, for garnish Sliced scallions, for garnish Directions: In a bowl, whisk together the miso paste, soy sauce, mirin, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger until smooth. Add the chicken thighs and toss to coat well. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from the marinade (let excess drip off) and place in the skillet. Cook for 5–6 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Lower the heat and pour in any remaining marinade. Simmer for 1–2 minutes until slightly thickened. Plate the chicken and spoon over the thickened glaze. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and sliced scallions. Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus marinating) | Cooking Time: 12 minutes | Total Time: 22 minutes (+ marinating) Kcal: 295 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #japanesechicken #misorecipes #easychickenrecipe #weeknightdinner #healthyasianfood #umamiflavor #chickenthighs #misochicken #quickdinner #chickendish #savoryrecipes #asianinspired #homecooking #sesamechicken #skilletdinner #glazedchicken #gingergarlic #mirinchicken #mealprepideas #flavorpacked Craving something sweet, savory, and packed with umami? These Miso Glazed Chicken Thighs are the ultimate dinner win—fast, flavorful, and totally crave-worthy!