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Easy Chicken Miso Soup

FAQ

It is believed that over three-quarters of people in Japan consume miso soup at least once a day. The origins of this popular dish can be traced back to ancient times. It became a 'daily meal' for the samurais during the Kamakura period (1185–1333), and, during the age of Japanese civil wars.
What is miso soup? Miso soup is a traditional Japanese soup. Its base is dashi, an umami stock that's typically made with a mix of dried bonito flakes and dried kombu kelp. The soup is then flavored with miso, or fermented soybean paste.
However, miso's overall taste profile is heavy with umami and salt. That is, it is savory and salty, not sweet. Also, when it is made into a soup, the broth is made with things like kombu seaweed and katuso bushi (dried bonito fish flakes). This makes the taste of miso soup even more savory.
Why is miso soup so filling? =>Miso soup is full of healthy, good-for-you ingredients. It's made from soybeans, seaweed, and koji — all of which are rich in protein and fiber.
Miso soup is low calorie, low fat, and high in nutrient content, so it is safe to eat daily. However, it does have a high salt content. So, those on blood thinning medication or who have heart problems (including high blood pressure and heart disease) may want to limit their consumption of miso soup.