Negi Enoki Sesame Miso Soup
Negi Enoki Sesame Miso Soup - Simple Japanese Comfort Soup
This Negi Enoki Sesame Miso Soup is one of those quiet, comforting dishes that comes together quickly but feels deeply nourishing. It’s light yet satisfying, fragrant with toasted sesame oil, and gently warming thanks to miso and grated ginger.
In Japan, soups like this are often made without a strict recipe - just what’s in the fridge, a spoonful of miso, and a pot on the stove. Enoki mushrooms add a delicate texture, while negi (Japanese long green onion) brings sweetness once softened. Finished with ground sesame seeds, this soup has a subtle nuttiness that makes it especially comforting on cold days or when you want something gentle and wholesome.
This is an easy, everyday miso soup variation that pairs beautifully with rice and any simple main dish.
RECIPE
Servings: 4-5
Time: 20 min
Ingredients:
1 pack enoki mushrooms
1 stalk negi (Japanese long green onion)
3 & 1/2 cup water
1/2 tbsp dashi powder
1/2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp grated ginger
3 tbsp miso
3 tbsp sesame seeds
Instructions:
Prep the Ingredients
Trim the root end of the enoki mushrooms and cut them into bite-size pieces.
Thinly slice the negi, separating the white and green parts if you like for better texture and flavor.
Sauté the Negi and Enoki
Heat a pot over medium heat and add a small drizzle of sesame oil.
Add the negi and cook until softened and fragrant.
Stir in the enoki mushrooms and cook briefly until they begin to wilt.
Build the Soup
Pour in the water, then add the dashi powder, soy sauce, and grated ginger.
Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then simmer on a low heat for about 5 minutes.
Finish with Miso and Sesame
Dissolve the miso into the soup using a ladle.
Then stir in the ground sesame seeds.
Be careful not to boil the soup after adding the miso.
Serve warm.
My Kitchen Tool:
What is Negi - Japanese long green onion?
Tips & Variations
Make it kid-friendly: Reduce the ginger slightly for a milder flavor.
Extra protein: Add tofu cubes or thinly sliced pork for a heartier soup.
No negi? Regular green onions work well as a substitute, use 6-7 stalks instead.
Sesame boost: Lightly toast the sesame seeds before grinding for deeper flavor.
Why You’ll Love This Soup
Ready in under 20 minutes
Light yet satisfying
Easy Japanese home cooking with pantry staples
Naturally comforting and warming
This miso soup recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, cozy lunches, or when you want something simple but nourishing—just the kind of soup you’ll find yourself making again and again.
