Soba Noodles with Dipping Sauce
Chilled buckwheat noodles served with a balanced, umami-rich dipping sauce—bright, savory, and refreshingly simple. Quick to prepare and perfect for warm days or a light, elegant meal.
12 oz soba noodles
1 dashi kombu, about 4 inches
½ oz bonito flakes
2 cup water, for dashi
½ cup soy sauce
¼ cup mirin
¼ cup sake
1 tbsp sugar
2 stalk scallion, thinly sliced on the bias
1 nori, cut into thin strips
1 tsp wasabi, or to taste
1 tbsp sesame seeds, toasted
1 cup ice, for an ice bath
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
Nutritional information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.
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