{"title":"Miso utensils","description":"\u003cp\u003eDissolving miso into dashi without lumps comes down to one simple trick: place the paste in a strainer, submerge it in the hot broth off the heat, and stir. Here, two miso strainers and a triangular stainless steel muddler—simple tools that make your daily soup more consistent. Discover our recipes for \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/recettes-japonaises-1\/soupe-miso\"\u003emiso soup\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/recettes-japonaises-1\/dashi-maison-le-bouillon-de-base\"\u003ehomemade dashi\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"passoire-a-miso-ustensile-japonais-en-inox","title":"Miso strainer, wooden handle","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe technique\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace a portion of miso paste into the basket, dip it into the hot dashi, then stir gently using chopsticks or a spoon: the miso dissolves gradually through the fine double mesh, with no lumps or residue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it’s different\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA deep stainless steel basket for lightness and durability, with a light wood handle secured by two metal rivets for a firm grip that keeps your hands away from the heat of the bowl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy this version instead of a simple strainer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tight, fine mesh serves a specific purpose: dissolving miso without altering its texture or leaving residue in the broth. This double sifting allows you to control the strength of the miso as you stir, rather than adding it all at once, and the wooden handle gives it a warmer feel than an all-stainless steel version.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy I chose it\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“I chose this version because it takes a very simple tool and gives it a more pleasant dimension for everyday use. The wooden handle provides a warm grip and gives the object a different presence. It's the kind of small detail that might seem secondary, but contributes greatly to the pleasure of using a utensil regularly.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou’ll love it if\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eyou regularly prepare miso soup and want an object that is comfortable to hold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eyou appreciate the contrast between light wood and stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eyou are looking for a utensil that can also be used to skim broth or strain fine liquids\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIt’s probably not for you if\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eyou are looking for the most compact model possible (see our 70mm miso strainer, which is smaller)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eyou never cook miso soup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn practice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStainless steel basket and double mesh, wooden handle secured with metal rivets. Rinse immediately after use with hot water to prevent the miso from drying in the fine mesh; dry the wooden handle to prevent it from warping due to moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn object designed to last\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stainless steel ensures the durability of the basket; simple and regular maintenance of the wooden handle (immediate rinsing, thorough drying) will preserve the item over time.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dogou","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51893315928397,"sku":"MIS-001","price":32.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0902\/4071\/3037\/files\/IMG_1117.heic?v=1793123752"},{"product_id":"miso-muddler-triangle","title":"Miso Muddler Triangle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAlso available in the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/coffret-miso\"\u003eMiso Gift Set\u003c\/a\u003e, for €27 instead of €30.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe technique\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDip the muddler into the hot broth off the heat, place the miso on the triangular teeth, and stir in a circular motion to dissolve it without any lumps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it's different\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts triangular shape is no accident; the three sides create a gentle friction that emulsifies the miso evenly without crushing or oxidizing it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy this muddler instead of a spoon or whisk\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt doesn't try to be versatile at first glance, but its food-grade stainless steel works just as well for whisking a vinaigrette, thinning a miso base in a marinade, or preparing dashi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy I chose it\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“I chose this small utensil because it addresses a problem you encounter immediately when making miso soup: how do you properly incorporate the miso into the broth? I really love this Japanese design philosophy that avoids looking for a complicated solution to a small problem. A dedicated, compact tool, and the task simply becomes easier.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou'll love it if\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eyou regularly make miso soup and want to avoid lumps effortlessly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eyou're looking for a small utensil that solves a specific problem\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eyou want an object that is dishwasher safe and easy to maintain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIt's probably not for you if\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eyou prefer a utensil made of wood or more premium materials (see our miso strainers with wooden handles)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eyou never cook with miso\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePractical details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFood-grade stainless steel, triangular shape, approx. 20 cm. Never add miso to boiling liquid (this destroys its probiotics); rinse with cold water after use or place in the dishwasher.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn object built to last\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe food-grade stainless steel stands up to repeated use and dishwasher cleaning without losing its effectiveness.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dogou","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53668404691277,"sku":"MIS-002","price":15.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0902\/4071\/3037\/files\/Captured_ecran2026-04-06a17.50.08.png?v=1793168798"},{"product_id":"passoire-a-miso-70-mm","title":"Miso strainer 70 mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAlso available in the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/coffret-miso\"\u003eMiso Gift Set\u003c\/a\u003e, for €27 instead of €30.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe gesture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDissolve miso paste directly into the broth, without lumps or splashes, with one simple movement and a single utensil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it is different\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fine stainless steel mesh, an ergonomic handle, 20 cm in total length with a 70 mm strainer diameter. Nothing superfluous: it slips into any drawer and fits any pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy this strainer rather than a classic one\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt does not try to be versatile: it is designed for a single action, dissolving miso into broth without letting solid residues through, and doing it properly. The workshops that manufacture this type of sieve are often located in the Tsubame-Sanjō region, the Japanese capital of fine metallurgy, where metalworking mastery has been passed down since the Edo period (general information on this type of utensil; the specific workshop for this piece is unconfirmed).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy I chose it\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“I chose this small strainer because it responds to a very precise Japanese cooking technique: properly dissolving miso directly into the broth. What I love about this utensil is precisely its specialization. It doesn't try to be versatile: it is designed to do one thing, and do it well. It is a philosophy of object design often found in Japanese kitchens.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou will love it if\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eyou regularly make homemade miso soup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eyou are looking for a small, highly specific utensil rather than a multi-purpose accessory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eyou want a compact object that can be stored anywhere\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIt is probably not for you if\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eyou are looking for a multi-purpose utensil to strain other daily preparations (see our wooden-handled version)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eyou never cook miso soup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn practice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStainless steel, total length approximately 20 cm, strainer diameter 70 mm, made in Japan. Immerse the strainer in the hot broth, place the miso paste inside, and gently dissolve with circular motions; avoid boiling after adding the miso. Rinse and dry before storing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn object built to last\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA well-maintained miso-koshi lasts for decades: rinse it with cold water, dry it, and it returns to its place, ready for the next morning.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dogou","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53668412064077,"sku":"MIS-003","price":15.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0902\/4071\/3037\/files\/Captured_ecran2026-04-06a18.04.05.png?v=1793169360"},{"product_id":"coffret-miso","title":"Miso Gift Set","description":"\u003cp\u003eEverything you need to prepare homemade miso, brought together in a single set: a 70 mm miso strainer and a Triangle Miso Muddler to dissolve the paste into the broth without lumps.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe set contains:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e70 mm miso strainer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eTriangle Miso Muddler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe set is sold for €27 instead of €30 for both items purchased separately. 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