If you’re looking for a cozy, heartier twist on traditional miso soup, my Daikon Miso Soup is the perfect choice! I crafted this recipe to bring out the boldness of Japanese radish, daikon, while still keeping the comforting touch of miso soup. It’s super easy to make and adds so much depth to your meal, making it a great side dish for any Japanese meal. Let’s dive in and enjoy this flavorful bowl of warmth!
Why I Love This Recipe
I crafted this Daikon Miso Soup recipe because it’s a simple yet flavorful addition to any Japanese meal! While miso soup is already a classic side dish, the addition of daikon radish makes it heartier and more satisfying. This savory soup has the rich, umami flavors of miso, just like in my Tofu Miso Soup, Seaweed Wakame Miso Soup, and Clam Miso Soup, but with the subtle sweetness from tender daikon, similar to my Miso Stew. It’s perfect for anyone who loves Japanese cuisine!
The best part? It takes only 10 minutes and just 4 ingredients to make! Trust me, you’ll want to try this now—it’s the easiest and most delicious way to bring authentic Japanese flavors to your table!
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 Cups Dashi –Â fish broth made from steeping kombu and bonito flakes with boiling water. Can also use Hondashi mixed in water for instant dashi. Used as the base of the soup.
- 2 tbsp Miso – awase brown Miso is what I recommend, but can use white miso or red miso as well best on personal preference. Used as the main base of the soup.
- 1/2 Cup Daikon – Japanese radish found at Asian grocery stores. Soak in water before using to reduce the bitterness found in daikon and cut into cubes.
- 1/2 Stalk Green Onions – fresh and chopped
đŸ¥¢ Dashi Pro Tip
For easier preparation of the dashi, use Hondashi mixed with water. This quick tip simplifies the process and ensures a flavorful base for your dish.
đŸ¥¢ Miso Paste Note
You have three miso paste options: White Miso, which is mild and sweet; Red Miso, known for its robust and salty flavor; and Brown Miso, or Awase Miso, offering a balanced blend of salty, sweet, and umami. I recommend using Awase Miso for this recipe.
Directions
Step 1 Peel the skin off the daikon radish and cut into bite sized pieces. Place in a bowl of water for 5-10 minutes.
đŸ¥¬ Daikon Pro Tip
Soaking the daikon in water helps remove some of its bitterness, allowing the natural sweetness of the radish to come through.
Step 2 Add dashi to a stovetop pot and bring it to a soft boil. Once boiling, add the cut daikon radish and cook for 2-3 minutes.
Step 3 Remove the pot from heat and mix in the miso paste. For smooth blending, place the miso in a strainer and use chopsticks or a spoon to dissolve it into the dashi.
đŸ¥¢ Miso Pro Tip
Once miso is added, do not allow to boil to maintain the natural umami flavors.
Step 4 Pour the miso soup into a bowl and top with freshly chopped green onions before serving.
Recipe Variations
One of the best things about miso soup is how easily you can create different variations from the same base. For a flavorful twist, try adding shiitake mushrooms for a Mushroom Miso Soup, or swap them out for enoki in an Enoki Miso Soup or shimeji in Shimeji Miso Soup. For a fresh take, add spinach for a Spinach Miso Soup, or for a classic option, include fried tofu to make Age Tofu Miso Soup.
If you’re looking for something a little different, crack an egg into the soup to make a comforting Egg Drop Miso Soup. For a heartier meal, add pork belly and vegetables to make a delicious Tonjiru Pork Miso Soup!
Pairing Recommendations
The great thing about miso soup is how easily it pairs with any type of Japanese-style food. It’s the perfect accompaniment to a hearty Japanese Hamburg Steak or a flavorful Japanese Katsu Curry. You can also serve it alongside a traditional Japanese Breakfast or a fresh Miso Salmon Bowl for a complete meal. Miso soup truly complements any dish you choose as no Japanese meal is complete without it!
Frequently Asked Questions
What if the miso soup is too salty or too watery?
If your miso soup turns out too salty or too watery, don't worry – you can easily fix it! If it’s too salty, just add a bit more dashi to balance the flavor. On the other hand, if it’s too watery and you want a stronger miso taste, simply add more miso paste until the flavor is to your liking.
Can I use regular radish instead of daikon for this soup?
While daikon has a milder flavor, you can substitute regular radish. Just keep in mind that the taste and texture will be slightly different.
Storage Tips
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge, where they will stay fresh for 7-10 days.
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Watch How To Make It
Daikon Miso Soup
Ingredients
- 2 Cups Dashi
- 2 tbsp Miso
- 1/2 Cup Diakon Japanese radish, peeled and cubed
- 1/2 Stalk Green Onions chopped
Instructions
- Gather all the ingredients.
- Peel the skin off the daikon radish and cut it into bite-sized pieces. Place them in a bowl of water for 5-10 minutes.
- Add dashi to a stovetop pot and bring it to a soft boil. Once boiling, add the cut daikon radish and cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Remove the pot from heat and stir in the miso paste. To ensure smooth blending, place the miso in a strainer and use chopsticks or a spoon to dissolve it into the dashi.
- Pour the miso soup into a bowl and garnish with freshly chopped green onions before serving.
Nutrition
*Values Based Per Serving
