Soba Noodles With Sesame Seeds Recipe

Craving a quick, exotic meal? These chilled Soba Noodles with Sesame Seeds are perfect for a picnic, midnight snack, or a light lunch! Inspired by Nigella Lawson, this Japanese-style noodle dish is incredibly easy to make and bursting with flavor. The toasted sesame seeds add a nutty crunch, complementing the subtly sweet and savory sauce. Enjoy them as a standalone dish or pair with seared salmon for a complete meal. Leftovers are even better the next day! #sobanoodles #sesameseeds #japanesefood #nigellalawson #easyrecipe #chillednoodles #picnicfood #midnightsnack

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 757.2 kcal
Protein 56g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Soba Noodles With Sesame Seeds

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How to Make Soba Noodles With Sesame Seeds

  1. Toast 2 tablespoons of sesame seeds in a dry pan over medium-high heat until golden brown and fragrant (about 2-3 minutes). Set aside.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water (about 6 cups) to a rolling boil.
  3. Add 8 ounces of soba noodles and cook for 5-6 minutes, or until tender but still slightly firm to the bite.
  4. Immediately rinse the noodles under cold water until completely cooled. Drain well.
  5. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon honey, and 1 tablespoon sesame oil.
  6. Add the cooled soba noodles to the bowl. Thinly slice 2 scallions and add them to the bowl along with the toasted sesame seeds.
  7. Toss everything together thoroughly to coat the noodles evenly. For best flavor, let the noodles sit for at least 30 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
  8. (Optional) Serve with seared salmon fillets for a heartier meal.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

80 g

Sugar

27g

Fat

18g

Carbs

38g