Have you ever tasted a soup or sauce and wondered how it got such a deep, savory flavor?

Miso might be the secret.

Miso is a fermented soybean paste that adds a rich, savory depth to food with just a small amount. It’s especially useful in whole-food, plant-based cooking when you’re not relying on oil, butter or other heavy ingredients for flavor.

Try stirring a little miso into soups, sauces or dressings or whisk it with a splash of warm water before adding it to your favorite vegetable dishes. A small spoonful can make a surprisingly big difference!

One of my favorite things about cooking is discovering simple ingredients that can completely change the flavor of a dish. Miso is definitely one of those ingredients.

Have you cooked with miso before?