Soy Beans Dish (1)

Miso Soup

Japanese meals always include the combination of miso soup and rice. Since its origin in Nara era (710-794), a number of types of miso soup has been created in many parts of Japan.Miso is made from soybeans which are rich in protein, vitamins and minerals and it has been proven positively affect health.

• Miso contains saponin which effectively lowers cholesterol. Additionally, those who frequently consumed isoflavone also contained in miso are 54% less likely to develop breast cancer compared to those who rarely did.
• Miso has a strong antioxidant effect which slows aging.

Pork, Shimeji Mushroom and Vegetable Miso Soup

[Ingredients] (serves: 4)

• 4 cupts of water
• 100g of bacon
• 1/3 carrot
• 1/6 pumpkin
• 1/2 onion
• 1/2 pack of shimeji-mushroom
• About 80g of miso (adjust the amount depending on types of miso)

[How to Cook]

1. Cut the carrot into 1cm thick quater rounds. Dice the pumpkin into 2-3cm pieces. Cut the onion into 1cm thick. Slice the bacon into 5cm length.
2. Boil the carrot for about 5 min and drain.
3. Heat the water in a pot and add all the ingredinets. When it comes to a boil, skim forms. Simmer about 10-15 min and add miso. Turn off the heat and serve in a bowl.