Soba noodles with chili, ginger and soy sauce
2 servings
10 minutes
Soba noodles with chili, ginger, and soy sauce is a simple yet exquisite dish of Japanese cuisine that harmoniously combines spiciness, freshness, and depth of flavor. Soba, traditional buckwheat noodles, is valued for its delicate texture and nutty undertone. Ginger and garlic fill the dish with warmth; chili adds heat; and soy sauce enriches it with umami notes. Sesame oil adds a light nutty spice while lemon juice refreshes the taste, making it vibrant and balanced. This dish is perfect for a light yet satisfying lunch or dinner, and its minimalist preparation aligns with the philosophy of Japanese cuisine that emphasizes the naturalness and purity of ingredients.
1
Chop garlic and ginger finely, and slice chili into strips. Chop green onion finely.
- Garlic: 1 clove
- Ginger root: 1 teaspoon
- Chili pepper: 0.5 piece
- Spring onion: 1 stem
2
Boil soba noodles in boiling water for 3 minutes. Drain in a colander and rinse with cold water.
- Soba noodles: 150 g
3
Heat the wok over medium heat. Sauté garlic, chili, and ginger in sesame oil for about 1.5 minutes.
- Sesame oil: 1 tablespoon
- Garlic: 1 clove
- Chili pepper: 0.5 piece
- Ginger root: 1 teaspoon
4
Add noodles, soy sauce, and green onion. Fry for 2.5 minutes, stirring.
- Soba noodles: 150 g
- Soy sauce: 3 tablespoons
- Spring onion: 1 stem
5
Add lemon juice, stir. Remove from heat after 20 seconds.
- Lemon juice: 1 teaspoon
