Miso Soup
3 packets Dashi (Bonito flakes)
4 quarts water
2 T red Miso (soybean paste)
2 T white Miso
3 T Wakame flakes (dried seaweed)
1 block extra firm tofu, cubed
3 green onions, sliced thin
In a large stock pot of water, bring the Dashi to a boil and reduce by 1/3. Remove Dashi packets and discard. Lower the heat to just below simmer. Add both Miso to a small bowl and ladle in some of the broth, whisk to dissolve. Add this back to the pot along with the Wakame, tofu and green onions. Serve immediately.
Miso soup has many health benefits. Researchers have found that a bowl of Miso soup a day can greatly reduce the risk of many forms of cancer. It is high in antioxidants and helps strengthen the immune system. It is loaded with nutrients. Miso provides protein, vitamin B12, vitamin B2, vitamin E, vitamin K, choline, linoleic acid, lecithin, and dietary fiber. All this and its delicious!
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