Ingredients with Measurements:
- 8 oz. soba noodles
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup tamari sauce
- 1/4 cup white miso paste
- 1 tbsp. grated ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1 cup sliced bok choy
- 1/2 cup sliced scallions
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
Special equipment needed:
- Large pot
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Cook soba noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large pot, bring vegetable broth to a boil. Reduce heat to low and add tamari sauce, white miso paste, grated ginger, and minced garlic. Whisk until miso paste is dissolved.
3. Add sliced mushrooms and bok choy to the pot. Simmer for 5-7 minutes until vegetables are tender.
4. Add cooked soba noodles to the pot and stir to combine.
5. Ladle soup into bowls and top with sliced scallions, chopped cilantro, and a lime wedge.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 15 minutes
Temperature:
Low heat
Serving size:
4 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories: 230
Fat: 2g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 10g
Sodium: 1600mg
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Use chicken or beef broth instead of vegetable broth.
- Use shiitake mushrooms instead of sliced mushrooms.
- Use spinach instead of bok choy.
Variations:
- Add cooked chicken or tofu for extra protein.
- Add sliced jalapenos for a spicy kick.
- Add a boiled egg for a more filling meal.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to dissolve the miso paste completely to avoid clumps in the soup.
- Add the soba noodles to the soup just before serving to prevent them from getting too soft.
- Use low-sodium tamari sauce to reduce the sodium content of the soup.
Storage instructions:
Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat soup in a pot over low heat until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
Serve soup in a large bowl with a lime wedge on the side.
Garnishes:
Sliced scallions, chopped cilantro, and lime wedges.
Pairings:
Serve with a side of steamed rice or a salad.
Suggested side dishes:
Steamed rice or a green salad.
Troubleshooting advice:
If the soup is too salty, add more vegetable broth to dilute the flavor.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to cook the soup to a temperature of at least 165°F to ensure it is safe to eat.
Food history:
Tamari and miso are traditional Japanese ingredients that have been used in cooking for centuries.
Flavor profiles:
Savory, umami, slightly sweet, and tangy.
Serving suggestions:
Serve as a light lunch or dinner.
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Region: Japanese