Substitute for Miso

Fermented soybean paste; salty, funky, umami.

  1. 1
    Soy sauce + tahini1 tbsp soy + 1 tsp tahini
    Best

    Approximates body and umami.

    dressings, glazes
  2. 2
    Doenjang1:1

    Korean cousin; funkier.

    Korean-leaning dishes
  3. 3
    Fish sauce + tahini2 tsp + 1 tsp

    Different flavor; strong umami.

    soups, dressings

Recipes that use miso

Miso Glazed Salmon

Miso Glazed Salmon

12 min 390°F 340 cal

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