noun
General term for soybean, often in the context of food or cooking. Cross-referenced with 大豆.
See also: 大豆
味噌豆は大豆の別名として使われることがある。
Miso-mame is sometimes used as another name for soybeans.
noun
soybeans boiled soft for miso
Specifically soybeans that have been boiled until soft, as a preparation step for making miso.
味噌を作る前に、味噌豆を柔らかく煮ます。
Before making miso, boil the soybeans until soft.