Ingredients with Measurements:
- 8 oz soba noodles
- 1 cup dashi broth
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup mirin
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp sake
- 1/4 cup chopped scallions
- 1/4 cup grated daikon radish
- 1/4 cup grated ginger
- 1/4 cup bonito flakes
Special equipment needed:
- Large pot for boiling noodles
- Medium saucepan for making the sauce
- Grater for daikon and ginger
- Strainer for bonito flakes
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook soba noodles according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
2. In a medium saucepan, combine dashi broth, soy sauce, mirin, sugar, and sake. Bring to a boil and then reduce heat to a simmer.
3. Add chopped scallions, grated daikon radish, and grated ginger to the saucepan. Simmer for 5 minutes.
4. Strain the sauce through a fine-mesh strainer to remove the solids.
5. Divide the soba noodles into bowls and pour the hot sauce over them.
6. Garnish with bonito flakes.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 15 minutes
Temperature:
Soba noodles: Boil in hot water
Sauce: Simmer on low heat
Serving size:
This recipe serves 2-3 people.
Nutritional information:
Calories: 350
Fat: 2g
Carbohydrates: 70g
Protein: 15g
Sodium: 1500mg
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Dashi broth can be substituted with chicken or vegetable broth.
- Mirin can be substituted with sweet white wine or rice vinegar.
- Bonito flakes can be substituted with dried shiitake mushrooms.
Variations:
- Add sliced cooked chicken or tofu for a protein boost.
- Top with sliced avocado or cucumber for a refreshing crunch.
Tips and tricks:
- Rinse the soba noodles under cold water to prevent them from sticking together.
- Use a fine-mesh strainer to strain the sauce for a smoother texture.
- Adjust the sweetness and saltiness of the sauce to your liking.
Storage instructions:
Store leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat the sauce in a saucepan over low heat until heated through. Do not overheat or the sauce may become too thick.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the soba noodles in a shallow bowl with the sauce poured over them. Garnish with bonito flakes and sliced scallions.
Garnishes:
Bonito flakes and sliced scallions.
Pairings:
Pair with a light and refreshing green salad.
Suggested side dishes:
Edamame, seaweed salad, or miso soup.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the sauce is too salty, add a little more sugar or mirin to balance it out.
- If the sauce is too sweet, add a little more soy sauce or dashi broth to balance it out.
- If the sauce is too thick, add a little more dashi broth to thin it out.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to cook the soba noodles and sauce thoroughly to prevent any foodborne illnesses.
Food history:
Tentsuyu-flavored soba noodles are a popular dish in Japanese cuisine. The sauce is made with dashi broth, soy sauce, mirin, sugar, and sake, and is often served with soba noodles and various toppings.
Flavor profiles:
The sauce is savory and slightly sweet, with a hint of umami from the dashi broth. The soba noodles are nutty and slightly chewy.
Serving suggestions:
Serve hot or cold as a main dish or side dish.
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Region: Japanese