A clear soup was served in a dark bowl painted inside with pictures of the bamboo tree. Only a few vegetables and one single pigeon's egg were floated in the broth, leaving the bamboo design visible. Mr. Suzuki asked Mrs. Gandhi what she thought of the presentation. Japanese officials sat up, completely amazed at the accurate and spontaneous reply. And, yes, miso soup is a hot item for breakfast.
Red miso is made with barley and is savory and good for winter soups.
Rice mold misos are yellow, relatively light and sweet. The third type is made with bean koji and is dark and thick. Miso can last up to a year in the fridge. No Japanese meal is complete without at least one soup. The simplest meal consists of one soup and 3 side dishes.