Miso is the trend that isn't going anywhere, so here we've gathered our best miso recipes to help you make the most of this genius ingredient. What is miso exactly? It's a fermented soybean paste that adds rich, savoury 'umami' notes to many dishes, from classic miso soup to fish, veggies and even bakes. Love the bold flavours of Japanese food? Then check out our Japanese cuisine and recipes for more ideas.
This is the ultimate umami-packed dinner, made even easier (and tastier) with Tesco Finest exotic mushrooms. Crispy, golden rice topped with glossy miso-coated mushrooms gives you all the rich, savoury flavours you want without any fuss. Perfect for a cosy weeknight or impressing friends without spending hours in the kitchen!
Ella has accidentally scratched the family car – oops! To break the news to her parents, she puts her cooking skills to the test, and carefully prepares a delicious meal – miso-glazed salmon served with crunchy, fresh vegetable slaw.
Miso butter delivers big on flavour in a delicious little package. Try it melted on roast potatoes, root veg and sprouts to transform your Christmas sides. It's so quick and easy to make, you'll be whizzing it up all year round!
Try something new with your leftover lamb with this super easy ramen recipe. Give packet noodles extra flavour with miso and ginger, then load on your leftover meat and whatever toppings you fancy. We recommend pak choi, carrots and jammy eggs.
Let your guests dig into this easy-to-assemble aubergine starter at your next barbecue while you appreciate just how easy it was to make
Making your own kimchi is incredibly easy and a great thing to have in the fridge for perking up meals. It's delicious alongside stir-fries or in sandwiches (especially a cheese toastie). Our kimchi recipe has a touch of gochujang paste to turn up the heat!
Made in just 15 minutes, this noodle soup is as flavour-packed as a broth that’s cooked for hours, thanks to the umami-rich base of miso, soy sauce and peanut butter. Miso, a paste made of fermented soy beans, has an intensely savoury flavour that works brilliantly in marinades, dressings and even baking.
These roasted sweet potatoes are loaded with sweet, spicy and umami flavours for a deliciously different roast side dish. Perfect for a special Sunday lunch or for jazzing up a midweek meal with a burst of flavour. Try with grilled chicken, fish or tofu, or as part of a grains bowl with other roasted veg, rice or quinoa.
Inspired by the flavours of a classic Black Forest gateau, this decadent cherry and chocolate roulade features an on-trend miso caramel. Perfect for your Christmas desserts table, everyone will want a slice of this showstopper!
Sweet honey and sesame roasted parsnips pair with garlic yogurt and a crispy kale and pearl barley salad - it’s perfect for a cold winter’s day.
This air-fryer cod is ready in a flash but packs in the flavour. The cod is coated in a simple miso and sesame glaze for a rich umami hit. This recipe can be easily customised - try broccoli or peas or swap the cod for salmon or chicken.
Flavoured with an aromatic blend of miso, soy sauce, spices and honey, this is a chicken and potato stew, Korean style. Perfect for packing some serious flavour into your dinner this is a winning midweek meal.
British-Chinese chef, Jeremy Pang chose this dish for Lunar New Year as noodles signify long life in Chinese traditions. 'It's also the type of dish that I often cook for my kids. It's super-easy to make and I know that they'll gobble it up without any fuss', says Jeremy.
This miso-roasted salmon makes a fab, festive dinner party main or stunning party platter. Served with soya bean mash and a cucumber watercress salad, it's fresh, vibrant and healthy too. You could even swap the salmon for trout or mackerel.
These flaky filo pastry pies pack a festive flavour punch! Filled with a scrumptious mix of roasted butternut squash, miso and caramelised onion, with toasted pecans and zesty orange, they make the perfect veggie and vegan Christmas dinner main.
This stunning vegan galette is topped with miso-glazed roasted mushrooms and chestnuts to make a delicious Christmas dinner main.
Add some umami to your baking with these sweet 'n' salty miso blondies, studded with chunks of white and dark chocolate. Suitable for plant-based or dairy-free diets, they're a simple-to-make, moreish teatime treat or snack. But be quick, these won't kick around for long!
Although Brussels sprouts often divide the crowd they are undeniably an important part of the classic Christmas dinner and with this exciting recipe your friends and family are sure to love them
We've given classic swede and carrot mash a glow up by adding a dash of miso for the ultimate umami side. This vegan dish will be a great addition to your Christmas dinner.
Fresh tuna steaks are the perfect choice of fish for big, bold flavours such as miso and soy sauce. Here the flavour combo goes really well with this fresh and fragrant noodle salad for a speedy and tasty midweek meal.
Roast beef is a classic main for Christmas, whether as an alternative to roast turkey on the big day or for a get-together meal over the holidays. Our recipe includes a hot, spicy-sweet marinade, creating a rich depth of flavour that's perfect for a special roast lunch.
Infused with Asian flavours, this salmon and aubergine dish is an ideal fuss-free midweek meal.
Pack in the flavour in just 25 minutes! Here we've grilled aubergine slices then glazed them with a zingy, sweet and spicy sauce. Served with courgette and pea-studded rice, this is one healthy, plant-based dinner you'll want to make again and again.
Chicken noodle soup just got summery! This fresh and wholesome soup makes a lovely, filling family dinner for sunny evenings. It's also a great way to pack in some green veg, just adjust the chilli topping depending on tastebuds.
Tuck into this Japanese-style bowl of brown rice with colourful vegetables and a light miso broth.
Subtly sweet white miso and soy-glazed aubergine is baked til sticky and tender, then served atop wholewheat noodles with pickled red onion, coriander, lime, mango and toasted peanuts. This is a flavour and texture fiesta and makes a special, speedy dinner for two.
Packed with the Asian flavours of soy sauce, five-spice and ginger, this warming ramen is brimming with succulent chicken and seasonal mushrooms, making for a delicious autumnal dish. What's more, it's ready in under 30 minutes!
This miso mushroom pasta, with its umami and nutty flavours is an interesting twist on regular veggie pasta dishes. Top with plenty of chopped parsley and pecorino cheese for a speedy and healthy midweek meal for two.
This delicious vegetarian noodle pot recipe is the perfect mug meal for one, you don't even need a microwave
This umami-forward recipe for crispy miso mackerel and Chinese-style noodles feels like a treat but couldn't be easier to make.
Miso adds a new flavour dimension to this sweet and sticky chicken traybake. Served with fluffy white rice, it's a super-tasty, satisfying meal.
Derek Sarno's vegan miso glazed aubergines are perfect for the barbecue and inspired by Asian flavours.
Give classic apple crumble a glow-up with a drizzle of caramel sauce. We've added a spoonful of miso paste to the caramel for deep and rich flavours. Serve alongside a scoop of vanilla ice cream and enjoy.