Miso is fermented soybean paste. It’s made by introducing a mold spore grown on grains called koji (which is also used in the process of fermenting soy sauce, sake, and rice vinegar) to mashed ...
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What Is Miso Paste?

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Pretty much everyone has heard of miso soup. It's ubiquitous at ...
Often playing a supporting role to salty, sour, sweet, and bitter, umami, also known as the fifth taste, infuses dishes with savory, meaty flavor. One of our favorite sources of umami is miso, a key ...
Salty, earthy, funky, is how Sarah Jampel for “Bon Appetit” describes miso, the fermented, versatile ingredient that she puts in everything from pasta salad to apple pie for a mega flavor-boost. Miso ...
One of our secret ingredients to build flavor fast is miso. As an umami base, it helps balance and unify sweet and sour notes in everything from chicken to pasta, even cookies. It goes particularly ...
Miso is a fermented soybean paste and dynamic ingredient that can add umami-rich flavor to soups, marinades, sauces and more. A testament to miso’s power is the popularity of miso butter. Chefs and ...