When you hear the word miso, soup might be the first word that comes to mind. And it makes sense—miso soup is delicious, and a common staple at sushi bars and Asian fusion restaurants here in the U.S.

A bowl of miso soup with tofu and seaweed. - studioUP/Shutterstock There's nothing quite as soothing as a warm bowl of miso soup. Brimming with umami, it's often topped with silken tofu, wakame ...

A miso-infused glaze is a handy condiment that lends rich and satisfying flavor to fish, vegetables and tofu. Miso is a paste made from soybeans that are fermented with salt and a koji starter ...

Often playing a supporting role to salty, sour, sweet, and bitter, umami, also known as the fifth taste, infuses dishes with savory, meaty flavor. One of our favorite sources of umami is miso, a key ...

Medically reviewed by Suzanne Fisher, RD Key Takeaways Fermented foods, which contain probiotics (beneficial live bacteria), ...