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Perfectly Cooked Soba Noodles

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Learn how to cook soba noodles perfectly with key techniques and tips for a nutty and versatile dish.

  • Total Time: 7.5 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings

Ingredients

  • Soba noodles (buckwheat or mixed)
  • Water
  • Sesame oil (optional)
  • Soy sauce (optional)

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil.
  2. Add soba noodles and cook for 150 seconds (2.5 minutes), stirring gently.
  3. Drain the noodles in a colander.
  4. Rinse the noodles under cold water for about a minute, using your hands to gently rub and separate them.
  5. If serving cold, chill the rinsed noodles in ice water for a couple of minutes.
  6. Mix with sesame oil and soy sauce if desired and serve as preferred.

Notes

Ensure to use plenty of water to avoid sticking. Wash the noodles thoroughly post-cooking to enhance texture.

  • Author: nevaeh-hall
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2.5 minutes
  • Category: Noodles
  • Method: Boiling
  • Cuisine: Japanese
  • Diet: Gluten-Free (if using 100% buckwheat)

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg