barley miso
A type of miso made primarily from barley and soybeans, common in southern Japan. Used in soups, sauces, and marinades.
See also: 味噌
Barley miso has a lighter flavor than rice miso.
In this region, miso soup made with barley miso is commonly consumed.
Soybean miso, made primarily from soybeans and salt, with a rich, deep flavor. Barley miso is lighter and sweeter in comparison.
Standard kanji spelling for barley miso.
Mixed kanji-kana spelling, common in everyday writing.
Compound of 麦 (mugi, 'barley') and 味噌 (miso, 'fermented soybean paste'). The term directly describes the main ingredient used in place of rice.