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Sesame Ginger Soba Noodles

Chewy soba noodles tossed in a bright sesame-ginger sauce with cucumber, scallion, and a drizzle of chili oil. Ready in under 20 minutes.

Total time
18 min
Servings
2
Calories
380
Protein
9g
Sesame Ginger Soba Noodles
freshlightsimplejapanesevegetarianveganchewycrispy

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Boil soba noodles in salted water until al dente, about 4 minutes.

  2. Step 2

    Drain noodles, rinse under cold water until cool, then shake dry.

  3. Step 3

    Whisk sesame oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and ginger in a small bowl.

  4. Step 4

    Slice cucumber into thin rounds or matchsticks.

  5. Step 5

    Toss cooled noodles with the sauce until evenly coated.

  6. Step 6

    Divide into bowls, top with cucumber and scallion, serve at room temperature.

Tools you’ll need

  • large pot
  • colander
  • small bowl
  • whisk
  • knife
  • cutting board

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