Yuzu Miso
Yuzu Miso – Inspired by My Grandmother
In 2023, I had the joy of asking my grandmother how she creatively uses the abundant yuzu from her trees. Among her ideas, one in particular caught my attention: Yuzu Miso.
She explained how she would simmer sliced yuzu peel and juice with miso, adding a touch of sugar, soy sauce, and sake to create a rich, flavorful condiment. I didn’t get to try it at the time, but now, I’m excited to share my own version - made with the homemade yuzu marmalade I brought back from her kitchen.
Join me on this little cooking adventure as we make Yuzu Miso, a simple yet exquisite Japanese condiment that adds a bright, citrusy twist to any dish.
Also check her yuzu marmalade recipe here. And the YouTube video is shared here.
RECIPE
Servings: 1 small jar
Time: 40 min
Ingredients:
4 tbsp white miso
1 tbsp mirin
1 tbsp sake
1/2 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp yuzu jam
1 tbps yuzu juice
Instructions:
Combine the base ingredients:
Place a pot over low heat and add miso, mirin, sake, and soy sauce.
Stir gently to blend.
Thicken the mixture:
As the liquid starts to evaporate, continue stirring until the mixture thickens slightly.
Then, add the yuzu juice for a bright, citrusy aroma.
Incorporate yuzu jam:
Once the mixture reaches a rich consistency and the juice has mostly evaporated, stir in the yuzu jam.
Mix until fully combined.
Simmer to perfection:
Let the mixture simmer on low heat until it becomes luscious and glossy.
Turn off the heat and allow it to cool before transferring to a jar.
Storage tip:
Keep in a small airtight jar in the refrigerator.
Use within 1–2 weeks for best flavor.
My Kitchen Tool:
How to Enjoy Yuzu Miso:
Dig into your fridge and find a perfect matching. My case this time, it was leftover mochi from the new year. I took a generous spoonful of the freshly prepared Yuzu miso, and spread it onto the grilled mochi. The chewy mochi and the bold and citrusy yuzu miso was a beautiful match.
Here are a few pairing suggestions to unleash its full potential:
Furofuki Daikon: Drizzle Yuzu Miso over boiled daikon to experience a burst of flavors that transforms a simple dish into a gourmet delight.
Grilled Vegetables: Brush Yuzu Miso onto grilled vegetables or meats for a caramelized, flavorful glaze.
Noodle Soups: Toss Yuzu Miso with your favorite noodles for a quick and delicious noodle soupdish.
