Vegetarian Miso Microwave Hot Pot

1.In a large microwave-safe bowl or ceramic pot, whisk together the water, miso paste, soy sauce, ginger, and sesame oil until the miso is fully dissolved.

2.Layer the napa cabbage and carrots at the bottom of the bowl, as these take the longest to soften.

3.Arrange the silken tofu cubes, shiitake mushrooms, and enoki mushrooms on top of the cabbage layer in an organized fashion.

4.Cover the bowl loosely with a microwave-safe lid or vented plastic wrap to trap steam.

5.Microwave on high power (approx 800-1000W) for 5 to 7 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the broth is steaming hot.

6.Let the hot pot sit covered for 2 minutes to allow the residual heat to finish cooking the delicate tofu and mushrooms.

7.Garnish with sliced scallions and toasted sesame seeds before serving directly from the bowl.