Soba noodles are traditional Japanese buckwheat noodles, which sometimes have wheat added, thus containing gluten, but are generally a healthier option high in fiber, protein , B1 and manganese. Soba noodles can be served a variety of ways, like soups or stir fries, and also cold or hot. We hope this fantastic staple makes it into your routine.
Ingredients
1/2 pack dried soba noodles - 4 oz (fresh can be used as well, follow those directions instead)
3 stems of large bok choy or 5 baby bok choy - chopped
Ginger - 2oz minced
garlic 1 clove
Green onions - 2 stems
lime - 1/2
1 Tbsp sesame oil
1 Tbsp soy sauce
Optional: your favorite hot sauce, black sesame seeds.
Steps
Soba - Boil in water with a teaspoon of vegetable oil for 3-4 minutes, prepare a large bowl with ice or cold water.. Strain soba noodles and place in cold water/bowl immediately when done. Work the noodles around, separate them and let sit in cold water while the rest of the meal is prepared. 5 minutes before serving, strain from the cold water and let dry (air or towel)
The greens can be cooked all together, in a pan that can take medium-high heat.
Add the bok choy along with the garlic, ginger and the Tbsp of sesame oil. Stir fry until the bok choy stems are cooked , but still firm.
Add the green onion towards the end, along with the Soy Sauce and stir fry for 2 more minutes.
If preparing a cold soba noodle dish, just add the noodles to a bowl, then the greens and top with lime if desired.
If preparing a hot noodle dish, add the soba noodles (dry as possible) to the stir fry. (more sesame oil and soy sauce can be added).
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