Soy Ginger Soba Noodles - a simple, delicious soba noodle recipe that is easy to make and packed with flavor! A great lunch or dinner idea!
Ingredients
1cupsoy sauce*
1tablespoonfresh gingerchopped
1teaspoonfresh garlicchopped
2teaspoonssesame oil
1/4teaspoonlemon juice
2tablespoonsmirinsub with rice vinegar, if you can't find it
1/4cupwater
slurry: 1/4 cup cold water + 2 tablespoon cornstarch
9.5ozsoba noodles
1-2avocadoscan be sliced or diced
1cupedamamethawed
1 1/2cupscarrotsjulienned
1cupfresh cilantroroughly chopped
Instructions
Make Sauce: In medium saucepan, add soy sauce, ginger, garlic, sesame oil, mirin, lemon juice and water. Mix well and bring to a simmer, stirring often.
Slurry: Mix slurry in a small bowl or measuring cup. Slowly add slurry to the sauce, stirring constantly. Remove from heat as soon as it reaches the consistency you want.
Noodles: Cook soba noodles according to package instructions. Drain.
Serve: In individual bowls, add the desired amount of soba noodles, edamame, avocado, cilantro and carrots. Pour the desired amount of soy ginger sauce on top and toss. Sesame seeds for garnish. Can be served warm or cold.
Notes
*Kikkoman Soy Sauce: after testing a couple different brands, this brand resulted in the best flavor for this main dish.
Extra Sauce: you might end up with extra sauce, save it for later - it could be a fun on grilled chicken!