Umeboshi Miso Soup
A quick and easy instant umeboshi miso soup with no dashi required! The rich umami of miso pairs perfectly with the tangy, mellow flavor of umeboshi. Simple, yet so delicious. Give it a try!
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From Inge: “A very simple and yet delicious soup.”
Recipe Ingredients
You’ll need the following ingredients to make this miso soup:

How To Make Umeboshi Miso Soup: STEP BY STEP
Here’s a quick visual guide! Check the recipe card below for the video and full details!

Step 1
Mash the umeboshi and chop the scallions.

Step 2
Boil the water.

Step 3
Turn off the heat and add the umeboshi, scallions, and miso paste.

Step 4
Stir until the miso paste is fully dissolved.

Pour the soup into a bowl and enjoy this simple, tasty umeboshi miso soup!
Break Time with Miso Soup!
This miso soup isn’t just great with a meal, but it’s also perfect for an afternoon break! Try sipping it from a teacup while watching TV, chatting with a friend, or even working at your desk. It’s soothing and satisfying. And during the summer, it’s just as delicious served chilled!


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Umeboshi Miso Soup

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Ingredients
Instructions
- Prep the Ingredients: Remove the pits from the umeboshi and finely mash the flesh with a knife to create a smooth paste. Finely chop the scallion.
- Boil the Water: In a saucepan, bring the water to a gentle boil. Once it reaches a boil, turn off the heat.
- Add the Flavor: Add the umeboshi paste, chopped scallions, and miso paste. Mix well until the miso is fully dissolved.
- Serve: Pour into bowls and enjoy warm!
Notes
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- If you want to make a single serving easily, just add miso, umeboshi, and chopped green onion to a bowl, then pour in hot water—that’s it! You’ve got instant miso soup.
- If the flavor is too strong, add a bit more water. If it’s too mild, adjust by adding more miso or umeboshi to your liking.
- You can also add tofu or vegetables to make it a more filling, hearty miso soup!
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Nutrition
This nutritional information is estimated and provided for general reference only.


A very simple and yet delicious soup.
Thank you! Glad you like it!
I need to try this. Looks delish!
Yes! Please try it!!