04 Mugi/Barley Miso

Appears in
Japanese Food Made Easy

By Aya Nishimura

Published 2020

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Main ingredients: barley and soybeans

Appearance: dark brown and usually coarse in texture

Flavour: mild, sweet, malty

Suitable for: marinades, miso soup and stews

Fermentation: 2–3 years

Region: Kyushu, Shikoku, Western Chugoku area