6 Recipes to Help You Cook With Miso Paste

There’s nothing quite like the savory umami flavor of miso paste. Made from fermented soybeans, miso paste adds that extra oomph to your dish, whether it's a glaze or a marinade. Trust us, it’s not just for miso soup! (Although we love miso soup, and you can see we’ve included two soup recipes below.) For those of you who've been sleeping on the accessibility and deliciousness of miso paste, we're here to help. Here are six recipes to use miso paste in!

by Chloe Chow

1. Miso-Glazed Baked Tofu

We're all about that tofu life. Whether you make this scrumptious dish as a side or a main, you've got a new winning recipe on your hands. Recipe here!

2. Miso-Baked Cod

This traditional Japanese dish is simple yet satisfying. Make sure you marinate the fish ahead of time for that buttery flavor and melt-in-your-mouth texture. Recipe here!

3. Miso Soup With Rice Noodles

The perfect healthy and delicious pick-me-up for a gloomy day doesn't exis-- wait. Recipe here!

4. Japanese Miso Carbonara

We're loving this Japanese twist on an Italian classic! Get in our belly. Recipe here!

5. Miso Ramen

Ramen? Amazing. Miso ramen? Say no more -- recipe here!

6. Roasted Bok Choy With Miso Ginger Dressing

We'd gladly eat our veggies if they all had this miso ginger dressing on top. Recipe here!