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    Miso Butter Recipe

    Published: Jan 4, 2023 by Lee-Ann · 2 Comments

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    Don't let the simplicity of this Miso Butter recipe fool you.

    It may only take 2 ingredients and 2 minutes, but miso butter delivers big on flavour in that delicious little package.

    yellow coloured butter in a small grey bowl with a small wooden spoon on the side.

    I'm new to the miso trend myself, having only tried it recently. But my conversion was quick, it only took one taste and now I'm hooked.

    Miso paste is a seasoning commonly used in Japanese cooking to enhance the umami flavour in all kinds of dishes from savoury to sweet.

    Originating in China, it is in the form of a thick paste and is made by fermenting (usually) soybeans and rice.

    There are several types of miso, the main categories being red miso, white miso and mixed miso (a combination of red and white).

    They can taste different due to ingredients or fermentation time.

    I am using white miso paste in this recipe (which is usually milder in taste) which is available in the Asian section of most supermarkets.

    As my regular readers will know, I love a good compound butter recipe (flavoured butter) and have many here on the blog.

    Make them ahead of time, then use them to melt almost instantly into a fast and easy sauce, or to add to things like garlic bread or pasta.

    This miso butter recipe is now another one that sits patiently in my fridge waiting for it's moment to shine.

    Table of Contents

    • Why you will love this miso butter recipe
    • What you need to make miso butter
    • How to make miso butter
    • Top tips
    • How to use miso butter
    • Frequently asked questions
    • Other recipes you may enjoy
    • Miso Butter Recipe

    Why you will love this miso butter recipe

    • It's super quick - 2 minutes and 2 ingredients.
    • Make it as you need it, or make a larger batch to have on hand in the fridge ready to go.

    What you need to make miso butter

    *Please see the recipe card below for exact ingredient quantities and detailed instructions

    collage showing ingredients required to make this recipe.
    • white miso paste
    • unsalted butter

    *Please see the recipe card below for exact ingredient quantities and detailed instructions

    How to make miso butter

    1. Place 3 tablespoons of room temperature unsalted butter and 1 tablespoon of miso paste in a small bowl.
    2. Mash together until miso is fully incorporated then use immediately or wrap in parchment paper and store in the fridge.
    step by step photos showing how to make this recipe.

    Top tips

    • Brands of miso paste vary in taste and salt content - I have made this recipe with a ratio of 3:1 which is a good starting point. You can opt to increase the amount of miso from there once you taste test.
    • My tip for all the compound butter recipes I make is to use good quality butter. After all, it's the main component.

    How to use miso butter

    • Add it to your pasta dish - my latest food addiction is miso pasta!
    • Melt a little of the finished butter in the microwave and brush it on some smashed potatoes before roasting in the oven.
    • Put a knob of this savoury butter on steamed or roasted vegetables like sweet potatoes or carrots.
    • Serve it on top of baked salmon or chicken with a squeeze of lemon or lime.
    • Butter your toast with it!

    Frequently asked questions

    Where do I find miso paste in the grocery store?

    In the Asian foods section.

    What are the three types of miso?

    White, red and mixed (a combination of white and red).

    Can you eat miso paste without cooking?

    Yes.

    Other recipes you may enjoy

    Cafe de Paris Butter - made with ingredients like herbs, lemon juice, mustard, chives and parmesan this gorgeously savoury compound butter melts into a river of buttery sauce when it hits your steak.

    Oven Roasted Garlic Butter - super easy to make and adds great flavour to just about anything. Roasted garlic is combined with butter for a rich and tasty spread.

    Truffle Butter Recipe - this truffle butter recipe is luxury on a budget! A rich, decadent compound butter that you can easily make at home using truffle oil or paste.

    Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce - make restaurant quality lemon garlic butter sauce in three quick steps using only lemon, garlic, butter and salt in only 5 minutes. An easy condiment to whip up for dipping your seafood!

    yellow coloured butter in a small grey bowl with a small wooden spoon on the side.

    Miso Butter Recipe

    Miso butter - 2 ingredients and 2 minutes gives you a seasoned butter packed with umami to enhance almost anything from vegetables to protein.
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    Total Time: 2 minutes
    Serving: 4 tablespoons
    Calories: 84kcal
    Author: Lee-Ann Grace

    Ingredients

    • 1 tablespoon white miso paste
    • 3 tablespoon unsalted butter

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    Instructions

    • Place white miso paste and unsalted butter in a small bowl.
      1 tablespoon white miso paste
      3 tablespoon unsalted butter
    • Mash together until miso is fully incorporated then use immediately or wrap in parchment paper and store in the fridge.

    Notes

      • Brands of miso paste vary in taste and salt content - I have made this recipe with a ratio of 3:1 which is a good starting point. You can opt to increase the amount of miso from there once you taste test.
      • My tip for all the compound butter recipes I make is to use good quality butter. After all, it's the main component.
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    *Please note that the amount of calories per serve is provided as a guide only, as ingredients and cooking methods can vary greatly*

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    1. Salley

      January 25, 2023 at 10:13 am

      5 stars
      This was my first time trying miso and it was yum! Thanks for sharing, I'm loving it.

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      • Lee-Ann

        January 25, 2023 at 10:18 am

        I know Salley, how good is Miso??!!! I wish I'd tried it sooner!

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