Prepared and Processed / Condiments and Sauces
Soybean paste, miso
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 144kcal / 2530kcal (5%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 13 g/ 71g (18%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 3.5 g/ 42g (8%) | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 15.2 g/ 348g (4%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.09 mg/ 1mg (7%) |
Vit B2 | 0.06 mg/ 1mg (4%) |
Vit B3 | 0.4 mg NE/ 16mg NE (2%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 107 mg/ 750mg (14%) |
Phosphorus | 112 mg/ 700mg (16%) source |
Iron | 2.8 mg/ 12mg (23%) source |
Sodium | 1673 mg/ 1500mg (111%) |
Allergen Info
Soybeans
What is this food?
Soybean paste (miso) is a savory, fermented paste made from soybeans and salt. It’s commonly used as a flavoring for soups, stews, and sauces.
Why it matters to health
Miso can add fiber (3.2 g per 100 g) and some healthy plant-based nutrients, which help with fullness and regular digestion. It also has carbohydrates and a bit of sugar (3.7 g). On the other hand, it’s relatively sodium-rich (1673 mg per 100 g), so it’s best to use smaller amounts—especially if you’re eating salty viands, instant noodles, or processed foods in the same day. The fat is moderate (3.5 g) with some saturated fat (0.66 g), so portion size still matters.
Healthier tips
- Use miso as a flavor booster: start with 1–2 teaspoons per serving, then adjust.
- Pair it with vegetables (e.g., sayote, pechay, kangkong) and a lean protein (fish, tofu, chicken) to balance your plate.
- Watch the rest of the meal’s salt: if your soup has miso, go lighter on soy sauce, bagoong, and salty condiments.
- For daily eating (3 meals + 1–2 snacks), keep miso dishes as part of a balanced meal, not as a frequent “main” source of flavor.
- If you’re managing blood pressure, consider choosing lower-sodium miso when available.
Common Filipino dishes
Miso soup, miso ramen, tofu miso stew, miso-glazed fish, miso vegetable stir-fry
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