what is miso
Miso is a paste made from fermented soybeans or other grains like rice or barley. This salty, flavorful paste is used extensively in Asian cooking as a seasoning for sauces, soups, meat, and vegetables. Miso has been praised for centuries not only for its flavor but also its high nutritional value.lthough most miso is made from soybeans, miso can also be made from rice, barley, buckwheat, rye, millet, wheat, or other lesser-known grains. Each will impart a unique flavor, appearance, and nutritional content.