Tonjiru
Hearty Japanese pork and vegetable miso soup
Ingredients
Instructions
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Prepare the ingredientsSlice the pork belly into thin, bite-sized pieces. Cut all vegetables according to the ingredient list. Cube the tofu and set aside.
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Sauté the porkHeat a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the sliced pork and cook until it begins to brown and render its fat, about 3-4 minutes. No need to add oil as the pork will release enough fat.
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Add vegetablesAdd the onions and sauté for 2 minutes until translucent. Then add the daikon, carrots, gobo, shiitake mushrooms, and potatoes. Stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes.
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Add the dashi and simmerPour in the dashi stock, sake, and mirin. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for about 15-20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
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Add the tofu and misoGently add the tofu cubes. In a small bowl, mix the miso paste with a ladleful of soup broth until smooth. Add this mixture back to the pot and stir gently to incorporate. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes, but do not boil vigorously after adding the miso.
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Adjust seasoningsTaste the soup and adjust the flavor by adding more miso if needed. Remember that miso is salty, so add it gradually.
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ServeLadle the hot tonjiru into serving bowls. Garnish with sliced green onions and a sprinkle of shichimi togarashi for those who enjoy a bit of spice.
Nutritional Information
380
Calories
per serving
22
Protein
g per serving
35
Carbohydrates
g per serving
18
Total Fat
g per serving
6
Saturated Fat
g per serving
5
Fiber
g per serving
8
Sugar
g per serving
1200
Sodium
mg per serving
15
Vitamin C
% of daily value
10
Iron
% of daily value
Tonjiru is Also Known As
Butajiru, Ton-jiru, Pork Miso Soup or Japanese Pork and Vegetable Soup
