Rustic Japanese Soba Noodles with Vegetables and Sesame

Name: Rustic Japanese Soba Noodles with Vegetables and Sesame
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 12 oz soba noodles; 1 tablespoon sesame oil; 1 cup sliced bell peppers; 1 cup thinly sliced carrots; 1 cup shiitake mushrooms, sliced; 2 cups spinach leaves; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 tablespoon rice vinegar; 1 tablespoon mirin; 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1 tablespoon water; 2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted; 2 scallions, thinly sliced

A hearty bowl with earthy flavors and nutty undertones

Dive into a warm and comforting dish featuring tender soba noodles paired with seasonal vegetables and a rich sesame dressing.

45 min
4
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Soba Noodles

12 oz soba noodles

1 tablespoon sesame oil

For the Vegetables

1 cup sliced bell peppers

1 cup thinly sliced carrots

1 cup shiitake mushrooms, sliced

2 cups spinach leaves

For the Sesame Dressing

2 tablespoons soy sauce

1 tablespoon rice vinegar

1 tablespoon mirin

2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil

1 teaspoon sugar

1 tablespoon water

For the Garnish

2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted

2 scallions, thinly sliced

Preparation

Cooking the Soba Noodles

Bring to a boil

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

Cook soba noodles

Add soba noodles and cook until al dente, about 7-8 minutes.

Drain and rinse

Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking, then toss with sesame oil to prevent sticking.

Preparing the Vegetables

Heat the pan

Heat a pan over medium-high heat and add a little oil.

Sauté vegetables

Add bell peppers, carrots, and shiitake mushrooms; sauté for 5-7 minutes.

Important: Do not overcook the vegetables; maintain a slight crunch. Pro Tip: Consistent slicing ensures even cooking and better flavor integration.

Add spinach

Add spinach leaves and cook until just wilted, about 2 minutes.

Cooking Process

Sautéing Vegetables

Heat oil and add vegetables in batches to ensure consistent cooking.

Mixing Dressing

Whisk all dressing ingredients until sugar dissolves completely.

Combining Everything

Gently toss the soba noodles with vegetables and dressing until everything is well-incorporated.

Plating & Serving