Soba noodles are buckwheat noodles. It is a traditional staple in Japanese cuisine. Cold Soba Noddles are called Zaru Soba. They are served chilled and with tsuyu (dipping sauce) on the side . Try this Cold Soba Noodles recipe by Kikkoman for a quick and authentic Japanese meal! Soba noodles are a delicious and nutritious alternative to traditional pastas and other noodles. They’re a good source of manganese and fiber. This dish is simple to make and oh so refreshing to eat! This recipe makes 2 portions.
Serves 2 Preparation Time: 10 minutes Cook time: 20 minutes
INGREDIENTS
Soba 200 g
White Radish 5 cm
Ginger 1 pcs
Green Onion As you like
Nori (Shredded Dried Seaweed) As you like
Wasabi Optional
NOODLE SOUP BASE
Sake ¼ cup
Mirin ¼ cup
Kombu Sea Kelp 2.5 cm x 5 cm
Bonito Flakes 1 cup
Kikkoman Soy Sauce 50 ml
METHOD:
- Peel and grate the white radish and ginger.
- Slice the green onions thinly then set aside for garnish later.
- Pour the sake into a pot and evaporate the alcohol content over medium heat.
- Add mirin & kombu sea kelp into the pot then reduce the heat.
- Add bonito flakes and Kikkoman Soy Sauce and then turn off the heat once it boils.
- Strain the mixture and then dilute with iced water 1:2.
- Boil the soba noodles until they are cooked then strain them over a sieve.
- Rinse the soba noodles in cold water to remove starch.
- Place the soba on a plate, add the shredded dried seaweed on top. Pour the noodle soup base into the bowl and serve with grated radish, ginger and green onions. (Add wasabi if you like).