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Cold Buckwheat Noodles with Clam Broth

Chilled soba noodles served with a savory clam dipping broth, wasabi, and green onions—a light, elegant dinner ready in under 15 minutes. Authentic Japanese comfort that feels like a restaurant meal at home.

Total time
12 min
Servings
2
Calories
220
Protein
8g
Cold Buckwheat Noodles with Clam Broth
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil over high heat, about 5 minutes.

  2. Step 2

    Add soba noodles and cook until just tender, stirring occasionally, 4–5 minutes. Don't overcook—they should have a slight bite.

  3. Step 3

    Drain noodles and rinse under cold running water until completely chilled, about 1 minute, shaking off excess water.

  4. Step 4

    Warm clam broth gently in the same pot over medium heat—you're aiming for warm, not hot, about 2 minutes.

  5. Step 5

    Divide chilled noodles between two bowls. Top each with a pinch of green onions and a dab of wasabi on the side.

  6. Step 6

    Pour warm clam broth into small dipping cups alongside each bowl. Dip noodles into broth before eating.

Tools you’ll need

  • large pot (5+ quarts)
  • wooden spoon or chopsticks
  • colander
  • two medium bowls
  • two small cups or bowls for dipping broth

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