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Spicy Miso Carrot Soup: A Comforting Bowl with an Umami Kick


  • Author: Melissa
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

A silky, nourishing soup made with roasted carrots, miso paste, and warming spices. Topped with mushrooms, herbs, and sesame seeds for a cozy and umami-rich meal.


Ingredients

Scale

1 tablespoon sesame oil

1 small yellow onion, chopped

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated

5 large carrots, peeled and chopped

1 tablespoon white miso paste

1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari

4 cups vegetable broth

1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Salt and pepper to taste

Optional toppings:

Sautéed mushrooms

Chopped cilantro or green onion

Toasted sesame seeds

Extra chili flakes or chili oil


Instructions

Heat sesame oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté for 5 minutes until translucent.

Stir in garlic and ginger, cooking until fragrant, about 1–2 minutes.

Add chopped carrots, soy sauce, red pepper flakes, and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce to simmer.

Cover and cook for 20–25 minutes, or until carrots are fork-tender.

Turn off heat. In a small bowl, whisk miso with a few tablespoons of hot broth. Stir the miso mixture into the soup.

Use an immersion blender or transfer soup to a blender in batches. Blend until smooth and creamy.

Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot with desired toppings.

Notes

To deepen flavor, roast carrots at 400°F for 25 minutes before simmering.

Don’t boil the miso—add it at the end to preserve its flavor and probiotic benefits.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop, Blending

Keywords: miso soup recipe, spicy carrot soup, vegan miso soup, gluten free soup, ginger carrot soup, Asian carrot soup, healthy miso soup