Gingered Soba Noodles Recipe

Gingered Soba Noodles Recipe

  • 6 ounces soba (buckwheat) noodles
  • 1 tablespoon grated fresh gingerroot
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons Asian sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce
  • 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon sugar if desired
  • available at Asian markets and natural foods stores
  1. In a 4-quart kettle bring 3 1/2 quarts salted water to a boil for noodles. Have ready a large bowl of ice and cold water.
  2. In a small sieve set over a small bowl press gingerroot to extract juice. In a bowl stir together 1 teaspoon ginger juice and remaining dressing ingredients with salt to taste.
  3. Add noodles to boiling water and cook 2 to 4 minutes, or until al dente. Drain noodles in a colander and immediately transfer to ice water. Swish noodles until cold and drain well. Add noodles to dressing and toss well. Noodles may be made 1 hour ahead and chilled, covered. Toss noodles before serving.
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