Miso Ginger Soup with Lettuce Veggie Cups & Two Dipping Sauces

Miso-Ginger Soup

Lettuce CupsThe first time I made this simple miso soup, I was home alone and suffering from a bad cold.  All I wanted was soup (a little sympathy wouldn’t have hurt, either), but I didn’t have the desire or energy to spend a lot of time in the kitchen.  Miso was the perfect solution.  Quick, easy, comforting and healthful to boot.  You can make it as fancy or as simple as you like.

The veggie wraps come nearly unchanged from a terrific recipe in Moosewood Restaurant New Classics.  The biggest revision I made was to ditch the egg roll wrappers (I’ve never been able to successfully wrestle those rascals, anyway, and the ones available to me aren’t vegan) in favor of crisp lettuce.  I also omitted the cooking oil.  The sauces are a result of my tinkering with several different recipes.

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Miso-Ginger Soup
Serves 4
Pure and simple comfort food.
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Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
10 min
Total Time
20 min
Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
10 min
Total Time
20 min
92 calories
13 g
0 g
3 g
5 g
0 g
456 g
1245 g
4 g
0 g
1 g
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size
456g
Servings
4
Amount Per Serving
Calories 92
Calories from Fat 21
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 3g
4%
Saturated Fat 0g
2%
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg
0%
Sodium 1245mg
52%
Total Carbohydrates 13g
4%
Dietary Fiber 3g
12%
Sugars 4g
Protein 5g
Vitamin A
110%
Vitamin C
6%
Calcium
5%
Iron
7%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Ingredients
  1. 2-inch piece of ginger, peeled and microplaned (or finely minced)
  2. 6 cups water
  3. 3-4-inch piece kombu
  4. 4 Tbsp. white miso
  5. 3 Tbsp. red miso
  6. 1 tsp. tamari or soy sauce
  7. 2 scallions, chopped + additional for garnish
  8. fresh cilantro, chopped
Other add-ins, if desired
  1. cubed silken tofu
  2. thinly sliced shiitake mushroom caps
  3. grated carrots
  4. buckwheat noodles
Instructions
  1. Put 6 cups water in a large saucepan. Add the kombu and the microplaned ginger. Gently heat to a simmer and cook for about 10 minutes. Remove kombu. If using add-ins, put them into the soup now and simmer for a few minutes, just to slightly soften the vegetables. (I cook the buckwheat noodles separately and just stir them into the soup at the end.)
  2. Whisk in the miso and the tamari. Do not let the soup boil. Cook for about 30 seconds.
  3. Divide soup among 4 or 6 bowls and garnish with additional scallions and cilantro, if desired.
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calories
92
fat
3g
protein
5g
carbs
13g
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Lettuce Cup in Hand

Lettuce Veggie Wraps
Serves 6
Fresh, crunchy, and full of bright flavors - skip the typical sandwich for lunch today and snarf down these beautiful veggie wraps.
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Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
30 min
Total Time
45 min
Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
30 min
Total Time
45 min
83 calories
17 g
0 g
1 g
4 g
0 g
209 g
330 g
5 g
0 g
0 g
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size
209g
Servings
6
Amount Per Serving
Calories 83
Calories from Fat 5
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1g
1%
Saturated Fat 0g
0%
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Monounsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg
0%
Sodium 330mg
14%
Total Carbohydrates 17g
6%
Dietary Fiber 4g
14%
Sugars 5g
Protein 4g
Vitamin A
89%
Vitamin C
80%
Calcium
5%
Iron
7%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Ingredients
  1. 2 ounces bean thread noodles
  2. vegetable broth for cooking
  3. 2 cups green cabbage, grated
  4. 2 cups mushrooms, sliced
  5. 4 cloves garlic, minced
  6. 1 Tbsp. fresh ginger, minced or microplaned
  7. 1 cup carrots, peeled and grated
  8. 1 cup red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  9. 1/2 cup scallions, chopped
  10. 2 Tbsp. soy sauce
  11. 1 Tbsp. rice wine vinegar
  12. 2 Tbsp. fresh basil, chopped
  13. 1 Tbsp. fresh cilantro, chopped
  14. Medium-size head red lettuce or your favorite tasty green
Instructions
  1. Soak the bean thread noodles in warm water until softened, about 15 minutes.
  2. In a large skillet, heat a couple of tablespoons of vegetable broth and saute the cabbage for about 5 minutes. Add the mushrooms, garlic and ginger and continue to saute for another 4 minutes. The mushrooms should be soft. Add the carrots and bell pepper and cook an additional 5 minutes or until carrots and pepper are hot, but still have a nice bite. Remove from the heat.
  3. Drain the bean thread noodles and cut into 4-inch lengths with scissors. Add them to the vegetables along with the scallions, soy sauce, vinegar, basil and cilantro. Stir to combine.
  4. To serve, place a generous spoonful of the bean thread mixture onto lettuce leaves. Dip. Consume.
Adapted from Moosewood Restaurant New Classics
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calories
83
fat
1g
protein
4g
carbs
17g
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Adapted from Moosewood Restaurant New Classics
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Hoisin Sauce

Vegan Hoisin Sauce
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114 calories
23 g
0 g
0 g
6 g
0 g
102 g
2112 g
12 g
0 g
0 g
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size
102g
Amount Per Serving
Calories 114
Calories from Fat 2
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0g
0%
Saturated Fat 0g
0%
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Monounsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg
0%
Sodium 2112mg
88%
Total Carbohydrates 23g
8%
Dietary Fiber 2g
7%
Sugars 12g
Protein 6g
Vitamin A
0%
Vitamin C
3%
Calcium
6%
Iron
13%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Ingredients
  1. Hoisin Sauce
  2. 2 Tbsp. Bragg Liquid Aminos
  3. 2 Tbsp. tamari
  4. 1 Tbsp. vegetable broth
  5. 1 1/2 Tbsp. black bean garlic sauce
  6. 2 tsp. white wine vinegar
  7. 1 Tbsp. molasses
  8. 1 small clove garlic, microplaned or finely minced
  9. 1/4 tsp. chile garlic paste
  10. dash ground black pepper
Instructions
  1. Combine all ingredients in a small bowl and dip to your heart's content.
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calories
114
fat
0g
protein
6g
carbs
23g
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Chile Garlic Sauce

Chile-Garlic Sauce
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Prep Time
10 min
Total Time
40 min
Prep Time
10 min
Total Time
40 min
51 calories
8 g
0 g
0 g
5 g
0 g
141 g
2180 g
2 g
0 g
0 g
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size
141g
Amount Per Serving
Calories 51
Calories from Fat 3
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0g
0%
Saturated Fat 0g
0%
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Monounsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg
0%
Sodium 2180mg
91%
Total Carbohydrates 8g
3%
Dietary Fiber 2g
6%
Sugars 2g
Protein 5g
Vitamin A
11%
Vitamin C
21%
Calcium
5%
Iron
9%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Ingredients
  1. 1 Tbsp. tamari
  2. 1 Tbsp. Bragg Liquid Aminos (or additional tamari/soy sauce)
  3. 1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes
  4. 1 Tbsp. white vinegar
  5. 3 Tbsp. vegetable broth
  6. pinch crystallized stevia or maple sugar
  7. 2 cloves garlic, minced
  8. 1 tsp. fresh ginger, minced or microplaned
  9. 2-3 scallions, sliced
Instructions
  1. Combine all ingredients in a small bowl and let sit for about 30 minutes.
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protein
5g
carbs
8g
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56 thoughts on “Miso Ginger Soup with Lettuce Veggie Cups & Two Dipping Sauces

  1. chefconnie

    I think I will pick up some white miso paste this weekend when I go into town. I am out and your recipe has inspired me to make some miso soup. My hubs and I love to take it hiking in the morning and sip it on the mountain top!

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  2. infinebalance

    What a fresh and comforting meal! I love miso soup and fresh lettus wraps… but it is something I rarely make for myself (even though I know how :) ) Lovely.

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  3. vegansparkles

    Ooh I just joined the Twitterverse TODAY, so am now following the VVP thingo! :-)
    And I have STILL never, ever tried Miso soup and was having that exact conversation with a friend yesterday AND about one about rice paper rolls with my sister today! It’s a sign. I need to make all of this immediately!

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  4. iatelunch

    You had me at two dipping sauces! These look great. Comforting soup is just what I need right now.

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  5. Kinenchen

    I hope you’re feeling better! After noms like that I’m sure I’d feel like a million bucks…

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  6. Sweet Posy Dreams

    Seeing your bowl of miso soup reminds me of a wonderful Japanese restaurant I used to go to in Chicago. Sadly, it is no longer there, but they had great miso soup and imported red bean ice cream. Ah, memories.

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  7. Barb

    I feel like I’m supposed to love miso more than I actually do, which makes me sad. Those lettuce cups look wonderful though, perfect for the warm weather we’re having here!

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      1. Somer

        :) Now all we need is a hippie commune and Jerry Garcia to come back to life and join us. Actually went to a grateful dead concert in Vegas as a teenager, I thought, so this is what hell is like!

      2. An Unrefined Vegan

        I can’t believe you said that! Here’s why: my friend dragged me to a GD concert in Chicago the year after we graduated from college. It was the most boring night of my life! I was the only person not on some sort of mind-altering drug and the only one who realized that GD played the same song for 2+ hours. I thought it would never end.

      3. Somer

        Blahaha! Dying, my experience exactly!!!

        During the show I got separated from my brother, he had passed out after too much nitrous oxide balloon and someone stole his tevas off his feet. Worst day ever! The only redemption was that the Dave Matthews band opened the show.

      4. An Unrefined Vegan

        Lucky you – now The Dave Matthews Band I’d like to see! Worst moment for me was having to pee in the parking lot while my friend held up a blanket for “privacy” (not that it really mattered). Oh and then hauling her drunk ass back to the car after the show… Good times, good times! I’ve GOT to send you a photo. I’ll have to dig one up…

      5. Somer

        Yeah, the summer tour of 95. Nudity and bodily fluids everywhere. You are right that no one would have noticed. Crazy.

        I have to see that photo! Love me some D.M.B.

  8. Rachel in Veganland

    You had me at “miso”! This looks like a GREAT dish! I love having a high raw meal, makes you feel like a million bucks! Munching a cabbage spinach salad as I type…

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    1. An Unrefined Vegan

      I love that miso works in so many different ways, too. I was trying to describe miso paste to my mom (who actually made one of my no-oil, vegan salads which calls for miso – wooohoo! And she served it to guests!!) and it was hard. I came up with “smoky.” Now maybe she’ll get some.

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  9. annesturetucker

    Another mouth watering recipe – yum it all looks so good!! I just want to start cooking right now :-)

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  10. tearoomdelights

    I keep hearing about miso soup but I don’t think I’ve ever had it. I love your lettuce wraps.

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  11. Choc Chip Uru

    The lettuce wraps would go down beautifully at my place – a delicious meal in all my friend 😀

    Cheers
    Choc Chip Uru

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  12. Gabby @ the veggie nook

    Those wraps are beautiful! I never thought to wrap those fillings in lettuce, but I can see myself enjoying it a lot more than the greasy wonton and spring roll wrappers! Love the dipping sauces as well, especially the hoisin. I’m bookmarking this for the next time I have a craving- I hate how all commercial versions have sugar!

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  13. tinykitchenstories

    Have just entered into my super fancy Evernote recipe notebook! Aren’t I just too organized? Can’t wait to make these! But I hope you’re feeling better. These would definitely perk me up! :)

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  14. veganmonologue

    Mmmm….I can’t wait to make these. I promise not to steal your recipe and post it on my blog….hee hee.

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  15. Brittany

    Ohh yes, this looks amazing. Lettuce wrap/cups are so good and it has been far too long since I have had some! I love the VVP FB page!! Great idea.

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  16. Richgail Enriquez

    I’d love to make my own miso with this recipe. I miss it so much since I found out what restaurants serve are not vegan. Thanks for this. Also, THANK YOU for bidding for my gift set. I just found out today =) I’ll start working on getting them shipped. Thanks again! This made my day!

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  17. shuhan

    I cook a lot of chinese food, coming form a southeast asian background, and I’ve been able to cook healthily and using whole, unprocessed versions of many of the sauces. for instance I make kecap manis, a thick dark soy sauce which is less common and hence isn’t stocked by health food brands, using a mixture of tamari and blackstrap molasses, almost perfect substitute. I haven’t found one for hoisin, so am chuffed to find this recipe!

    what is liquid aminos though..?

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  18. Shira

    Nothing says soothing to me like a warm bowl of miso soup. This looks wonderful Annie! I love the ginger too :) xo!

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  19. evervescence

    The soup and the wraps look and sound fantastic! Look forward to trying them someday. The photographs are beautiful!

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  20. Sophie33

    You made all of that for dinner! I love the miso soup & lettuce wraps a lot & 2 tasty dipping sauces! I love hoisin sauce but never made it from scratch! :) A dibine meal! So good for you & us too!

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  23. Annie V.

    This looks incredible!

    Just wondering, would it be possible to make the recipe using ONLY white miso? Could I sub equal parts extra white miso for the red? I do not have red and am not sure I would use enough of it just yet to justify another trip to Little Tokyo just yet. Would you suggest any adjustments to the rest of the ingredients to compensate for flavor?

    Thank you SO Much!

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    1. An Unrefined Vegan

      Thanks, Annie! Yes – absolutely you can use just the white miso. It’ll still taste great and you probably don’t need anything else, but add more soy sauce if you like. Appreciate the comment!

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