Nuta Miso-Vinegar Salad

At a glance

NameNuta Miso-Vinegar Salad (Nuta)
PrefectureHokkaido
RegionHokkaido & Tohoku
TypeVegetables or seafood dressed with sweet vinegared miso

What is it?

Nuta dresses blanched scallions, greens, seaweed, shellfish, squid or fish with a thick mixture of miso, vinegar, sugar and sometimes mustard.

History and local context

The preparation has been documented since at least the late medieval period and appears in many Japanese regions, including Hokkaido, Fukui and Yamaguchi; it is not exclusive to one prefecture.

How to enjoy it

Serve it cool as a small side dish, balancing the dressing so acidity and mustard do not overwhelm the main ingredient; drain blanched vegetables and seafood well before mixing.

Availability varies by maker, season, and destination.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Nuta Miso-Vinegar Salad from?

It is associated with Hokkaido, in the Hokkaido & Tohoku region of Japan.

What kind of food is Nuta Miso-Vinegar Salad?

This guide classifies it as vegetables or seafood dressed with sweet vinegared miso. See the overview for its defining ingredients and texture.

Can I order Nuta Miso-Vinegar Salad online?

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