Okinawa Jaja Soba (Soba With Kimchi and Miso Meat Sauce)

May 27, 2023May 27, 20230 1
Okinawa Jaja Soba (Soba With Kimchi and Miso Meat Sauce)
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Prep

15 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 piece cucumber
1/3 piece scallion
1/3 piece carrot
1/3 piece bitter melon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 garlic clove , grated
3 tablespoons scallions , minced
4 tablespoons miso
2 tablespoons awamori
2 1/2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
250 g ground pork
2 teaspoons broad chili bean paste ( doubanjiang )
1/2 cup water
200 g okinawa soba noodles
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
3 drops chili oil ( layu )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
516
Sugar
16g
Fat
19g
Okinawan cuisine is strongly influenced by Chinese culture and is characterized by the use of local ingredients. Jaja soba is a popular dish in Okinawa, typically made with a meat and miso-based sauce served over crispy noodles. This version includes kimchi and bitter melon, adding a spicy and bitter note to the dish. It is a comforting and satisfying meal, perfect for a chilly evening at home.

Instructions

1.In a bowl, mix the cucumber, scallion, carrot, bitter melon, and salt. Let it sit for 5 minutes.
2.Mix the garlic, scallions, miso, awamori, sugar, and sesame oil in a separate bowl.
3.Fry the ground pork in a skillet over high heat.
4.Add the broad chili bean paste (doubanjiang) and fry until fragrant.
5.Add the mixture from step 2 and fry until the pork is well coated.
6.Add the water and simmer for 3-5 minutes.
7.Cook the okinawa soba noodles according to the instructions on the package.
8.Toss the noodles with the sesame oil and layu chili oil.
9.Serve the noodles topped with the pork sauce and the cucumber mixture.

PROS

This dish is flavorful and spicy, with a unique combination of kimchi and miso meat sauce.

It is also easy and quick to prepare.

CONS

Okinawa soba noodles may not be readily available in some areas.

Some people may not enjoy the bitter taste of bitter melon.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Okinawa soba noodles are a good source of carbohydrates, protein, and fiber.
Bitter melon is known for its blood sugar regulating properties and may be beneficial for people with diabetes.
Kimchi contains beneficial bacteria that may aid in digestive health.

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