This is the Marukome Ryotei no Aji Freeze Dried Karyu Miso Shiru Nasu.

This was an individual portion of freeze-dried granulated miso soup featuring fried eggplant, dried seaweed, and dried scallions. The company’s patented freeze-drying technique is reputed to preserve the flavour of authentic raw miso soup.

The preparation involved rehydration with 160 mL of freshly boiled water. The granules swiftly dissolved, releasing an aromatic miso fragrance. Upon tasting, the miso soup offered the robust flavour of raw miso coupled with a comforting touch of seafood dashi. A subtle undercurrent of fermentation-derived alcohol (with an alcohol content below 0.1%) enriched its depth. The rehydrated eggplant retained its crispy bite and fried eggplant flavour, enhancing the overall experience. In fact, the miso soup effectively captured the flavour of restaurant-style miso, making these convenient sachets ideal for a quick and satisfying miso soup adorned with generous toppings on chilly winter days.

This Marukome Ryotei no Aji Freeze Dried Karyu Miso Shiru Nasu contained 9 g. It was produced in Japan and received as a gift in Sydney, Australia in 2023.