5 Recipes Using Organic Shiro Miso

Shiro miso, or "white miso," is an essential ingredient in Japanese cuisine. Made from fermented rice and soybeans, it offers a sweet and subtle flavor that pairs wonderfully with many recipes. Here are five ideas for incorporating this superfood ingredient into your everyday dishes, including Julien's irresistible shiro miso salted caramel recipe.

Traditional Miso Soup 🍲

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons Lima organic shiro miso
• 1 liter of water
• 1 sheet of wakame (dried seaweed)
• 100g firm tofu, cubed
• 1 spring onion, finely sliced
• 1 carrot, cut into thin strips

Instructions:

• Rehydrate the wakame in cold water for 5 minutes, then cut into pieces.
• Bring the liter of water to a boil, add the carrots, and simmer for 5 minutes.
• Dilute the shiro miso in a bowl with a ladle of hot broth, then add the mixture to the soup off the heat to preserve the probiotics.
• Stir in the wakame, tofu, and spring onion. Serve hot.

Miso Vinaigrette for Gourmet Salads 🍇

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon Lima organic shiro miso
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger

Instructions:

• In a bowl, whisk all the ingredients together until smooth.
• Serve over a fresh vegetable salad or use it to marinate grilled vegetables.

Miso Salted Caramel 🍬

Ingredients:

• 150g blonde cane sugar
• 80ml heavy cream
• 20g salted butter
• 1 teaspoon Lima organic shiro miso

Instructions:

• Melt the sugar in a saucepan over medium heat without stirring until it turns into a golden caramel.
• Remove from heat, slowly add the heavy cream while whisking (watch out for splashes).
• Stir in the butter and the shiro miso until smooth.
• Let cool before serving on crepes, waffles, bread, or chilled nougat.

Miso and Honey Roasted Vegetables 🌿

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon Lima organic shiro miso
• 1 tablespoon wild thyme honey
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• Assorted vegetables (sweet potato, carrots, zucchini)

Instructions:

• Preheat the oven to 200°C (390°F).
• In a bowl, mix the miso, honey, olive oil, and lemon juice.
• Toss the chopped vegetables in this mixture and spread them on a baking sheet.
• Roast for 25-30 minutes until tender and caramelized.

Miso Sauce for Stir-Fried Noodles 🍜

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons Lima organic shiro miso
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon brown sugar
• 200g noodles (udon or soba)
• Stir-fried vegetables (bell peppers, mushrooms, spinach)

Instructions:

• Cook the noodles according to the package instructions.
• In a bowl, whisk together the miso, soy sauce, sesame oil, and brown sugar.
• Add this sauce to the cooked noodles and stir-fried vegetables, then toss well.
• Serve hot topped with sesame seeds and green onions.

                               Organic Shiro Miso (Rice and Soy) - 300g - Lima

These five recipes highlight the versatility of Lima organic shiro miso. Whether used in traditional dishes or more original creations, this condiment will add an irresistible umami touch to your meals! Bon appétit!