The Miso Cookbook

Unleash the remarkable benefits of miso, Japan's versatile fermented wonder, rich in both flavor and probiotics. Miso is crafted by fermenting soybeans with salt and koji yeast, providing a nutrient-dense ingredient that supports immunity, digestion, and recovery from fatigue, while also enhancing the taste of any dish. Whether you're creating miso soups, Japanese or Western cuisines, snacks, or desserts, miso adds a deep umami flavor, tenderizes meats, and elevates your culinary creations. In this beautifully illustrated guide, Japanese fermentation expert and author Misa Enomoto delves into her love for miso, a cornerstone of Japanese cooking for centuries. Within these pages, she offers 87 mouthwatering recipes centered around this adaptable ingredient, including impressive miso soups like Onion, Carrot & Ginger, and hearty pork with root vegetables. Discover treats and sides such as Miso Butter Toast and Carrot & Walnut Miso Slaw. Explore main courses like Miso Fried Chicken, Miso-Marinated Grilled Pork, and Shiso Miso Gyoza. Try noodle and rice dishes such as Miso Carbonara and Miso Butter Chicken Curry. Experience dressings, sauces, and dips, from Cheesy Miso Dip and Sesame Miso Sauce to Onion Miso Dressing. Lastly, delight in sweet and salty desserts like Miso Cheesecake and Miso Banana Bread. Enomoto also guides you through the process of making overnight miso at home, along with other traditional Japanese fermented seasonings like shio koji. These straightforward, budget-friendly recipes will not only revolutionize your cooking but also boost your health in the process.