Crossword clue
“Source of umami in Japanese cuisine”
This clue appeared as 58-Across in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, November 15, 2025. The answer has 4 letters.
Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
MISOLetters4
Starts withM
Ends withO
Vowels2
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About this clue
The clue “Source of umami in Japanese cuisine” ran in the NYT Crossword on November 15, 2025 as 58-Across. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with M and ends with O.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Source of umami in Japanese cuisine” clue?+
The answer is MISO (4 letters), from the NYT Crossword of November 15, 2025.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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