t's a traditional preparation and it takes only minutes to prepare. Don't get freaked out by the ingredients kelp and bonito. They are delicious, inexpensive and so good for you.
0 Place the kombu and water in a pot over medium heat. Just before it comes up to a boil add the bonito flakes and turn off the heat.
1 Let the kombu and bonito sit for 1-2 minutes.
2 Strain the liquid, discarding the kombu and bonito flakes. Pour the liquid back into the pot.
3 Whisk the miso into the broth and add the shiitake mushrooms and tofu.
4 Simmer over low-medium heat for 3 minutes.
5 Serve.