HIKARI White Shiro Miso paste (400 g) is a traditional Japanese fermented soya paste, which is one of the staple ingredients of Asian cuisine. Thanks to its delicate, slightly sweet umami flavour, it is ideal for making classic miso soup, but you can also use it in marinades, sauces, dressings or as a seasoning for various dishes.
🍜 Flavour and uses
✔️ Flavour: a mild and slightly sweet umami flavour with low pungency – typical of white shiro miso paste.
✔️ Texture: a smooth, paste-like consistency that dissolves easily in water or stock.
✔️ Uses:
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Miso soup (miso shiru): stir the paste into lukewarm stock just before serving.
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Sauces and dressings: excellent in salad dressings or as a base for creamy sauces.
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Marinades: mix with oil, soy sauce and sugar – excellent for fish or vegetables.
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Seasoning dishes: a small amount adds depth of flavour to ramen, stir-fries or stewed vegetables.
🧾 Ingredients
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Water
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Soya beans (approx. 30 %)
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Rice
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Salt
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Alcohol (to stabilise fermentation)
⚠️ Allergen: contains soya.
📊 Nutritional values (~per 100 g)
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Energy: ~836 kJ / ~199 kcal
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Fat: ~6.2 g (of which saturated ~1 g)
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Carbohydrates: ~22 g (of which sugars ~10 g)
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Fibre: ~4.9 g
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Protein: ~11 g
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Salt: ~11.6 g
📦 Packaging and storage
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Weight: 400 g
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Form: paste in packaging (usually a plastic sachet or tub)
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Country of origin: Japan
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Store: in a cool, dry place; once opened, keep in the fridge and use within a few weeks.
🍽️ Tips for use
🍲 Miso soup: add 1–2 teaspoons to cold or lukewarm stock, stir briefly and serve – miso should not be boiled for too long.
🥗 Salad dressing: mix the miso with olive oil, rice vinegar and a little honey for a rich flavour.
🍤 Marinade: rub the miso paste into meat or fish 1–2 hours before cooking – it adds umami and a subtle sweetness.
💡 Summary: HIKARI white miso paste 400 g is a versatile staple for both authentic Japanese cuisine and modern recipes, adding depth and umami flavour to your dishes.
