Miso Paste
Also listed as White Miso, Red Miso, and Soybean Miso.
Condiments
This is what the ingredient is.
Miso paste is a fermented soybean paste used in Japanese cooking. Labels may say miso or white miso.
Here is why it shows up on the label.
It is whisked into soups, dressings, and marinades.
Here is what food agencies say.
Fermented soybean pastes fall under FDA labeling and allergen rules.
Here is what research has found.
Soy allergen presence is expected; undeclared gluten from barley miso can matter.
Here are a few things worth knowing.
Contains soy. Check whether the miso includes barley or wheat.
Sources
- FDA Food Labeling
- USDA FSIS
- FDA Recalls
How to read this page
We publish plain facts about this ingredient so a label is easier to read. This is not medical advice, and it is not a recommendation to buy, avoid, or use anything. For a personal health question, talk with a clinician who knows your history.
v1.0Updated 9/18/2026