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Discover the power of miso—Japan's all-purpose fermented ingredient that is packed with flavor and probiotic goodness!
Miso is produced by fermenting soybeans with salt and koji yeast. Not only is it packed with nutrition and gut-friendly probiotics—supporting immunity, digestion, anti-aging and recovery from fatigue—it enhances the flavor of any dish you add it to. Use it in miso soups, Japanese and Western-style meals, even snacks and desserts. It boosts umami, tenderizes meats and brings a new level of deliciousness to your cooking!
In this beautifully illustrated book, Japanese fermentation expert and cookbook author Misa Enomoto shares her passion for miso—a staple in Japanese kitchens for centuries.
She presents 87 delicious recipes based around this incredibly versatile ingredient, including:
Enomoto also shows you how to make your own overnight miso at home along with other popular Japanese fermented seasonings like shio koji. These simple, economical recipes will transform your cooking and improve your health in the process!
Miso is produced by fermenting soybeans with salt and koji yeast. Not only is it packed with nutrition and gut-friendly probiotics—supporting immunity, digestion, anti-aging and recovery from fatigue—it enhances the flavor of any dish you add it to. Use it in miso soups, Japanese and Western-style meals, even snacks and desserts. It boosts umami, tenderizes meats and brings a new level of deliciousness to your cooking!
In this beautifully illustrated book, Japanese fermentation expert and cookbook author Misa Enomoto shares her passion for miso—a staple in Japanese kitchens for centuries.
She presents 87 delicious recipes based around this incredibly versatile ingredient, including:
- Next-Level Miso Soups like Onion, Carrot & Ginger and Hearty Pork with Root Vegetables
- Snacks and Sides like Miso Butter Toast and Carrot & Walnut Miso Slaw
- Main Dishes like Miso Fried Chicken, Miso-Marinated Grilled Pork and Shiso Miso Gyoza
- Noodle and Rice Dishes like Miso Carbonara and Miso Butter Chicken Curry
- Dressings, Sauces and Dips like Cheesy Miso Dip, Sesame Miso Sauce and Onion Miso Dressing
- Sweet-Salty Desserts like Miso Cheesecake and Miso Banana Bread
Enomoto also shows you how to make your own overnight miso at home along with other popular Japanese fermented seasonings like shio koji. These simple, economical recipes will transform your cooking and improve your health in the process!
Price: $16.99
Pages: 96
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
Imprint: Tuttle Publishing
Publication Date:
28 April 2026
Trim Size: 10.00 X 7.50 in
ISBN: 9784805319871
Format: Hardcover
"… a showcase compendium featuring 87 authentic, umami-rich recipes featuring Japan's acclaimed probiotic superfood! Beautifully illustrated, clear step-by-step instructions, and an amazing resource for creating authentic Japanese cuisine themed meals for any and all dining occasions." —Midwest Book Review
"A wonderful pick whether you are looking to learn how to make miso at home or are simply wanting to incorporate store-bought miso into a variety of sweet and savory recipes. […] Some come together in as little as 10 minutes while the homemade miso requires an overnight fermentation and a few months for the traditional miso." —Tara's Multicultural Table
"A convenient guide to making and using miso in dozens of creative ways, perfect for self-sufficient cooks." —Library Journal
"A wonderful pick whether you are looking to learn how to make miso at home or are simply wanting to incorporate store-bought miso into a variety of sweet and savory recipes. […] Some come together in as little as 10 minutes while the homemade miso requires an overnight fermentation and a few months for the traditional miso." —Tara's Multicultural Table
"A convenient guide to making and using miso in dozens of creative ways, perfect for self-sufficient cooks." —Library Journal
Misa Enomoto is a chef and fermentation master and the author of Fermentation for Life (Tuttle) as well as several books in her native Japan. Her areas of specialization include small-batch miso, rice bran and desserts and sweets made with mirin. Follow her on YouTube at "Misa Enomoto's Seasonal Cooking," or visit her website: futari-gohan.jp, which offers seasonal handicraft and recipe ideas for couples.