Savory Soba with Ginger Scallion Infusion

Enjoy a delightful and aromatic Japanese dish featuring soba noodles infused with ginger and scallions, creating a simple yet flavorful meal.

⏱️ Cooking Time: 15 minutes | 🍽️ Servings: 1

Instructions

1. 1.
   Bring a pot of water to a boil and add the soba noodles. Cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the noodles are tender but not mushy. Drain the noodles, rinse under cold water, and set aside, ensuring they don’t stick together by tossing with a few drops of sesame oil.
2. 2.
   In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, grated ginger, and sesame oil. This mixture will serve as your flavorful sauce, adding an umami kick to the soba. Taste the sauce and adjust the soy or ginger to balance saltiness and heat to your preference.
3. 3.
   Heat a pan over medium-low heat, and add the sauce mixture. Stir continuously as it heats, allowing the ginger to infuse the soy sauce for about 2 minutes but ensuring it doesn’t burn. The goal is to warm the sauce lightly while releasing the ginger's aroma.
4. 4.
   Add the cooked soba noodles to the pan, tossing them gently with tongs or chopsticks to ensure they are well coated with the sauce. Allow the noodles to absorb the flavors for about 2 more minutes, stirring until they are heated through.
5. 5.
   Remove from heat, and garnish the dish with thinly sliced scallions, stirring them in while the noodles are hot. This will slightly wilt the scallions, adding freshness and a mild onion flavor. Serve immediately, enjoying the balance of savory, aromatic, and fresh elements.