Spicy and Savory Napa Cabbage Miso Soup
Hearty Miso Soup with Fresh Young Napa Cabbage
As the weather gets cooler, a warm soup is just what you need. This recipe features plenty of seasonal young napa cabbage, creating a deliciously savory and refreshing miso soup. It’s a simple yet satisfying dish, perfect for a comforting meal.
Main Ingredients- 1 bunch young napa cabbage (approx. 500g)
- 5 Tbsp miso paste (homemade or store-bought)
- 5 cups rice water (approx. 1L)
- 1/2 stalk large green onion (scallion)
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 2-3 Korean chili peppers (optional, for extra spice)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Let’s make a delicious, savory, and refreshing young napa cabbage miso soup! First, prepare the main ingredient, the young napa cabbage.
Step 2
Wash the young napa cabbage thoroughly under running water. It’s important to clean it meticulously to remove any dirt or debris. After draining, roughly chop the cabbage into bite-sized pieces, about 5-7cm long, suitable for eating with a spoon. Avoid chopping too small, as it might break apart while cooking.
Step 3
Pour 5 cups of rice water into a pot and add 5 tablespoons of miso paste. Rice water adds a deeper, more savory flavor to the broth. Stir well with a spoon to dissolve the miso paste completely without clumps. Adjust the amount of miso based on its saltiness.
Step 4
Bring the rice water with dissolved miso to a boil over medium heat. Once the broth starts to simmer vigorously, add the chopped young napa cabbage, 1 tablespoon of minced garlic, and thinly sliced or chopped large green onion. Continue to simmer for about 5-7 minutes, or until the cabbage wilts and becomes tender.
Step 5
As the soup boils, skim off any foam that rises to the surface with a spoon. This step helps to remove any impurities and creates a clearer, cleaner broth, enhancing the soup’s pure flavor.
Step 6
If you prefer a spicier kick, thinly slice 2-3 Korean chili peppers (seeds removed) and add them to the soup. The chili will add a pleasant heat that complements the miso flavor.
Step 7
Taste the soup and add a pinch of salt if needed to adjust the seasoning. Your delicious young napa cabbage miso soup is now ready to be enjoyed! Serve hot with a bowl of rice.
