Miso Soup with Eggplant

Miso Soup with Eggplant and Gobo is a tasty spin on a classic Japanese side, Miso soup. Gobo is also known as burdock root and adds an earthy flavor and firm texture that is a welcome contrast to soft and delicate eggplant.

Throw on some chopped green onions and you have a warm, savory way to start and accompany your Japanese themed meal!

Miso Soup with Eggplant and Gobo Recipe -

::Standard miso soup base::
-2 cups dashi broth
-2 Tbsp miso paste

::Fixings::
1 Japanese eggplant cut in half lengthwise and sliced
1 half stick gobo, skin removed and cut into matchsticks
chopped green onions

::Instructions::
1. Prepare dashi broth and bring to a gentle boil
2. Add miso paste and stir to dissolve.
3. Add eggplant and gobo and simmer for 5 minutes.
4. Add green onions and serve!