Ferments & funk · Paste

Miso

Also called miso paste, fermented soybean paste

Japanese fermented soybean paste, salty and deeply savoury; whisked into soups, glazes, dressings and marinades.

VeganVegetarianDairy-freeContains: soy

What can replace it

  • T2 · GoodDoenjang

    Chunkier, saltier and funkier; use a touch less in soups and dressings.

  • T2 · GoodHatcho miso

    Very dark, strong and astringent; use less, especially where white miso is meant. (use 0.75× the amount)

  • T2 · GoodYellow bean sauce

    Saltier and looser, with a Chinese fermented-bean flavour rather than miso's rounded sweetness.

  • T3 · In a pinchShio koji

    Salty and umami but no soybean depth or body.

  • T3 · In a pinchSoy sauce

    Liquid and saltier, with none of miso's body; use half. (use 0.5× the amount)

Cook with Miso

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