Sakura Miso Soup

Sakura Miso Soup is a delicate and fragrant Japanese soup that celebrates the beauty of cherry blossoms and the umami of miso. This nourishing dish combines seasonal vegetables and soft tofu, creating a warm and comforting bowl perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

• Dashi stock - 500 ml
• White miso paste - 3 tablespoons
• Sakura (cherry blossom) petals, salted - 1 tablespoon
• Silken tofu - 150 grams, cubed
• Spring onions - 2, finely chopped
• Shiitake mushrooms - 50 grams, sliced
• Spinach - 50 grams, fresh
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Soy sauce - 1 teaspoon

Steps

1. In a medium saucepan, bring the dashi stock to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
2. Once the stock is simmering, whisk in the white miso paste until fully dissolved.
3. Add the salted sakura petals and sliced shiitake mushrooms to the pot, cooking for about 5 minutes until the mushrooms are tender.
4. Gently add the cubed silken tofu and spinach to the soup, allowing them to heat through for an additional 3-4 minutes.
5. Stir in the finely chopped spring onions, sesame oil, and soy sauce, then remove the soup from heat.
6. Serve the Sakura Miso Soup hot, garnished with extra spring onions if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 120
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 850 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 5 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from cherry blossoms and spinach.
• Provides a good source of protein and low in calories.

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