Homemade Miso Substitute Recipe
Miso paste has a complex flavor, but you can mimic it by combining the right ingredients. My homemade miso substitute has the same consistency and umaminess, so it can work for any recipe.
Prep Time10 minutes mins
Total Time10 minutes mins
Course: Sauce
Cuisine: Asian, Japanese
Servings: 1 small jar
Calories: 223kcal
- ½ cup salt-free canned cooked soya beans or other types of beans
- 3 teaspoon honey, agave syrup, or date syrup
- 3 teaspoon soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, or vegemite
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
Now that you have the materials and equipment ready, here's how to make your own homemade substitute for miso paste:
Open your canned beans and pour the beans into your food colander, draining the liquid.
Wash the beans to remove excess liquid and any spices.
Allow the washed beans to drain in your colander.
Once drained, measure half a cup of beans and place it in your blender or food processor.
Add the other ingredients.
Pulse to blend the ingredients until you have a smooth paste.
Taste your homemade miso paste. If you still haven't achieved the rich, umami flavor you're looking for, add more soy sauce (Worcestershire sauce or vegemite) or salt.
Once you're happy with the flavor, transfer the paste into your small jar, replace the lid, and close tightly.
This homemade miso paste substitute has a shelf life of two to three weeks when refrigerated.
Calories: 223kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 2373mg | Potassium: 492mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 8IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 93mg | Iron: 5mg