Discover the power of miso—Japan's all-purpose fermented ingredient that is packed with flavor and probiotic goodness! Miso is produced by fermenting soybeans with salt and koji yeast. Not only is it packed with nutrition and gut-friendly probiotics—supporting immunity, digestion, anti-aging and recovery from fatigue—it enhances the flavor of any dish you add it to. Use it in miso soups, Japanese and Western-style meals, even snacks and desserts. It boosts umami, tenderizes meats and brings a new level of deliciousness to your cooking! In this beautifully illustrated book, Japanese fermentation expert and cookbook author Misa Enomoto shares her passion for miso—a staple in Japanese kitchens for centuries. She presents 87 delicious recipes based around this incredibly versatile ingredient, including: Next-Level Miso Soups like Onion, Carrot & Ginger and Hearty Pork with Root Vegetables Snacks and Sides like Miso Butter Toast and Carrot & Walnut Miso Slaw Main Dishes like Miso Fried Chicken, Miso-Marinated Grilled Pork and Shiso Miso Gyoza Noodle and Rice Dishes like Miso Carbonara and Miso Butter Chicken Curry Dressings, Sauces and Dips like Cheesy Miso Dip, Sesame Miso Sauce and Onion Miso Dressing Sweet-Salty Desserts like Miso Cheesecake and Miso Banana Bread Enomoto also shows you how to make your own overnight miso at home along with other popular Japanese fermented seasonings like shio koji. These simple, economical recipes will transform your cooking and improve your health in the process!