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Miso
A fermented bean paste used in Japanese cuisine. Miso is traditionally made from soybeans fermented with koji culture, rice, salt, and water. South River Miso, a company in Massachusettes, makes soy-free varieties using azuki beans and chickpeas. Miso is a source of healthy lactobilii bacteria, which can help regulate digestion and restore healthy gut flora. Since it is a live food, for the best benefit, miso should be added at the end of cooking, and never boiled.
