Question

Miso is a fermented product made from:

• A. Cucumber
• B. Cabbage
• C. Soyabean
• D. Black gram

Hint:

Miso, Soy Sauce, and Tempeh are all famous examples of fermented soybean products originating from East and Southeast Asia.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Concept: Miso is a traditional Japanese seasoning produced by fermenting a high-protein substrate.

• It uses a mold starter called "Koji" (Aspergillus oryzae).

• It is a thick paste used for sauces and soups.

Step 1: Identifying the core ingredient.
The primary ingredient in Miso is mashed cooked soybeans. Sometimes rice or barley is added to the mixture.

Step 2: Understanding the fermentation.
The Koji mold breaks down the soybean proteins into amino acids. Salt is added to inhibit the growth of spoilage bacteria during the long aging process.

Step 3: Evaluating other options.
Fermented cabbage is called Sauerkraut. Fermented black gram is used in products like Idli and Dosa. Final Answer: (C)