Hiyashi Soba (Cold Noodles)

May 29, 2023May 29, 20230 3

Refreshing Hiyashi Soba (Cold Noodles) recipe for a hot day

by The Chefin Noodles

Prep

10 min

Cook

3 min

Ready In

13 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

295

Sugar

Fat

Hiyashi Soba (Cold Noodles) is a popular Japanese noodle dish that is traditionally eaten on hot days. The dish is typically made with buckwheat noodles, which are slightly chewy and have a nutty flavor. The noodles are then dressed with a soy sauce-based sauce and topped with various ingredients, such as nori, leeks, and wasabi. This dish is light and refreshing, making it perfect as a meal or as a side dish. It is also very easy to prepare, making it a great option for busy weeknights.

Instructions

1.	Cook the soba noodles in boiling water for 2-3 minutes, then add cold water to the pot and drain the noodles. Place the noodles in a bowl filled with ice water to cool.
2.	In a separate bowl, mix the water, Japanese soy sauce, mirin, and grated ginger to make the sauce.
3.	Slice the leeks thinly and cut the nori into strips.
4.	Drain the noodles and place them in serving bowls. Pour the sauce over the noodles and top with the sliced leeks and nori strips. Add wasabi to taste.

PROS

Perfect for a hot day, this dish is light and refreshing.

Soba noodles are a great source of protein and fiber, and the addition of nori and leeks provides valuable vitamins and minerals.

CONS

The dish is quite salty due to the soy sauce, so it may not be suitable for those on low-sodium diets.
The dish may also not be filling enough for some people.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Soba noodles are a good source of plant-based protein, making them a great alternative to meat. They are also high in fiber, which helps with digestion and promotes heart health. The addition of leeks provides vitamins A and C, while nori is a good source of iodine, which supports thyroid function in the body.

	1 lb soba noodles
	2 1/2 cups water
	1/2 cup Japanese soy sauce ( shoyu )
	1/2 cup mirin
	4 teaspoons ginger , grated
	4 teaspoons leeks , sliced thinly
	4 teaspoons nori , cut into strips
	wasabi