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Spicy Pork and Bean Sprout Miso Soup Recipe

Spicy Pork and Bean Sprout Miso Soup

This Spicy Pork and Bean Sprout Miso Soup brings back memories of cozy evenings spent in the kitchen, where the aroma of savory broth fills the air and wraps around you like a warm hug. It's quick, easy, and absolutely delicious!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Asian, Japanese
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 200 g pork belly thinly sliced
  • 200 g bean sprouts fresh
  • 4 cups dashi stock or water
  • 3 tbsp miso paste
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 inch ginger grated
  • 1 tbsp gochujang Korean chili paste
  • 2 green onions chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • Large Pot

Method
 

  1. Step 1: In a large pot, heat the sesame oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing until fragrant.
  2. Step 2: Add the sliced pork belly to the pot and cook until browned.
  3. Step 3: Pour in the dashi stock and bring it to a gentle boil.
  4. Step 4: Stir in the miso paste and soy sauce until fully dissolved.
  5. Step 5: Add the gochujang and mix well.
  6. Step 6: Reduce the heat to a simmer and add the bean sprouts. Cook for about 5 minutes until they are tender.
  7. Step 7: Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Step 8: Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions and optional sliced chili peppers.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for about 3 days. For best results, freeze without the bean sprouts.