Cold Somen Noodles with Dipping Sauce
Delicate somen noodles chilled and served with a savory-sweet dipping sauce. Topped with cucumber, green onion, and a soft-boiled egg—perfect for hot summer days.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 385
- Protein
- 14g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Place eggs in cold water in a separate pot.
Step 2
Slice cucumber lengthwise into thin matchsticks. Slice green onions into 2-inch lengths.
Step 3
In a small bowl, whisk together dashi, soy sauce, and mirin. Refrigerate.
Step 4
Bring eggs to a boil, then remove from heat. Cover and rest 6 minutes for soft-boiled.
Step 5
Add somen to boiling water. Stir and cook until al dente, about 2 minutes.
Step 6
Drain noodles into a colander. Rinse under cold running water until cool and separated.
Step 7
Peel eggs under cold water. Cut each in half lengthwise.
Step 8
Divide cold noodles between two bowls. Top with cucumber, green onion, and egg halves.
Step 9
Pour dipping sauce into small bowls. Add wasabi if desired. Serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- large pot
- small saucepan
- colander
- small mixing bowl
- whisk
- cutting board
- knife
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