Tokyo Recipes by Nadia

Spinach and Poached Egg Miso Soup

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This miso soup is so comforting and delicious, you'll want to make it again and again!

The combination of spinach and eggs is simply perfect.

With its gentle flavor and soft poached eggs taking center stage, this soup brings warmth and satisfaction in every bowl.

Spinach and Poached Egg Miso Soup
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COOKING TIME

5 minutes

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Rinaty
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Rinaty

About Me I was born and raised in Fukuoka in 1995. I love discovering delicious food just as much as I love eating it! As of January 2025, I’m grateful to have around 850,000 followers on Instagram—thank you so much for your amazing support. My Recipe Philosophy Through cooking, I hope to share many moments of happiness. Whether you’re someone who cooks daily for your family despite a busy schedule, or someone who wants to prepare a delicious meal for a loved one, I want my recipes to be your go-to. I focus on recipes that are easy to make using familiar ingredients and everyday seasonings found in any home. My dishes are not so much “fancy” in flavor as they are warm, home-style meals—simple, quick, and budget-friendly. I would be delighted if my recipes could bring a small sense of warmth and joy to both those who cook and those who eat. The happiness of making something tasty, the joy of hearing “It’s delicious!”, the smiles around the dining table, and the fun of cooking together with children—these are the heartwarming little moments I hope to deliver through my cooking."

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INGREDIENTS

SERVES 2

Original recipe (1X) yields 2 servings

When scaling the recipe, the ratios of some ingredients may require slight adjustments. Adjust as necessary and season to taste.

  • 1 /3 bunch spinach
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 2/3 cup water
  • 1 tsp. Hondashi (Japanese soup stock granules)
  • 2 tbsp. awase miso (mixed miso)

INSTRUCTIONS

  • 1

    Cut the spinach into pieces about 1 1/2 inch-long-pieces (3–4 cm) and soak briefly in water.

    Spinach and Poached Egg Miso Soup Process1
  • 2

    In a small pot, combine water and Hondashi and bring to a boil. Squeeze excess water from the spinach and add it to the pot. Gently crack in the eggs. Reduce the heat to low or medium-low to maintain a gentle simmer, and cook for about 4 minutes. Skim off any foam if needed.

    Spinach and Poached Egg Miso Soup Process2
  • 3

    Turn off the heat and dissolve the miso into the soup. Serve warm.

    Spinach and Poached Egg Miso Soup Process3

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Tips & Notes

Once you add the eggs, lower the heat to prevent the soup from boiling over. Simmer gently to cook the eggs slowly while occasionally skimming off any foam that appears.
Soaking the spinach in water briefly is sufficient—no need to overdo it!

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