This miso soup is a comforting and nutritious dish. But the addition of sweet potatoes makes it slightly sweet and hearty. So here’s my sweet potato and miso soup recipe.
This dish combines the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with the umami flavor of miso. It’s perfect for a light meal or as a starter.
The recipe is simple to follow and can be tailored with additional ingredients like greens or tofu for added texture and nutrition.
Delicious Sweet Potato and Miso Soup
This soup features creamy sweet potatoes blended with miso paste, creating a rich and flavorful broth. The recipe takes about 30 minutes from start to finish and serves 4 people.
Ingredients
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons miso paste (white or yellow)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions or cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prep the Ingredients: Peel and dice the sweet potatoes, chop the onion, and mince the garlic.
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot, heat the sesame oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until fragrant and translucent (about 3-4 minutes).
- Cook the Sweet Potatoes: Add the diced sweet potatoes and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender.
- Blend the Soup: Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth, or transfer it in batches to a blender.
- Add Miso: Stir in the miso paste and soy sauce, mixing well until fully dissolved. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped green onions or cilantro if desired. Serve hot.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 bowls
- Calories: 180kcal
- Fat: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
This recipe is part of my 45 Delicious and Easy Japanese Recipes. Just click that link to see all the amazing options!
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