Kikkoman Instant Shiro (white) Miso and Aka (red) Miso Soup

Reviewed by Andrea Steffy
May 15, 2007

Manufacturer: Kikkoman Company Website: Click Here Review Rating: 6 out of 10

You wouldn't guess it by a mere glance, but Miso is a soup with quite a history. Miso's origin can be traced back to fourth century China, and the written word around 800 BC. Miso wasn't introduced to Japan until the seventh century. After much refinery it became a necessary part of the samurai diet. According to Japanese mythology, Miso is a gift to mankind from the gods to assure health, longevity, and happiness.  In the year 1960, Miso soup was introduced to Europe.

Miso is a traditional Japanese soup, rich in taste and flavor. Some may think the taste is slightly salty, almost enough to make it an acquired taste. Generally the soup is made from a variety of either rice barley or soybeans which are left to ferment in wooden barrels anywhere from two months to as long as two years.

I didn't think the Shiro Miso or Aka Miso were overly salty; in fact I found them pretty tasty. The instant soup can be a quick and tasty snack or can accompany any meal, anytime. Another added plus: Miso is simple enough for anyone to make. With most of today's society in a mindset of “So much to do, so little time”, time savers such as instant Miso soup are greatly appreciated.  But this can also be the soup’s downfall: you can definitely tell that it’s instant.

With an appealing short preparation time and quite a few health benefits to boot, these instant Miso soups are sure to make their way into your home. Kikkoman Instant Miso soup is delicious, filling, and comforting.

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