Welcome to Day 12 of the 28-Day Miso Soup Challenge! With a bowl like this, you don’t need any other side dishes! It’s hearty, satisfying, and so comforting. Feel free to add any vegetables you like and make it your own. Join us in building a healthy daily habit together!
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Mix all the meatball ingredients well in a bowl until combined.
Shape the mixture into small balls using your hands or a spoon.
Bring the dashi stock to a boil in a pot.
Gently drop the chicken meatballs into the boiling dashi stock.
Add the sliced carrot, mushrooms, and sliced Japanese leek to the pot.
Simmer until the meatballs are cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
Stir in the miso and mix well until dissolved. Do not boil after adding miso.
Feel free to add any vegetables you like to customize the soup to your taste.
Mix the meatball ingredients thoroughly to ensure they hold together well during cooking.
Can I use a different type of leek?
Yes, you can substitute Japanese leek with regular leek or green onions if needed.
What can I use instead of dashi stock?
You can use chicken or vegetable broth as an alternative, but the flavor will differ slightly.
Can I make this soup vegetarian?
Yes, you can replace the chicken meatballs with tofu or vegetarian meatballs and use vegetable broth instead of dashi stock.
How do I prevent the miso from clumping?
Dissolve the miso in a small amount of hot broth before adding it to the soup.
Can I freeze the soup?
It’s best to freeze the soup without the miso, as miso can change texture when frozen. Add miso after reheating.
Hi, I'm Yukumi, a home cook from Japan sharing easy, everyday recipes rooted in Japanese fermentation culture. Koji, miso, amazake, and other fermented staples are at the heart of Japanese cooking — full of deep umami, natural nutrients, and centuries of tradition. My recipes make these ingredients simple and approachable, whether you're new to fermentation or looking to bring more Japanese flavors into your kitchen. Here you'll find recipes for gut-friendly miso soups, koji marinades, fermented seasonings, and more — all designed for a natural, balanced way of eating.
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