Soba noodles are made from buckwheat flour. They figure prominently in Japanese cuisine. A bowl of noodles in miso or vegetable broth along with sautéed vegetables is a hearty and delicious meal. Amounts vary so this recipe is just a guide. Soba Noodles: Follow directions on the package. Usually you add the noodles to boiling water and simmer uncovered for 6 to 8 minutes. Drain and rinse in cold water. Serve hot or cold Miso Broth: Use either red or yellow miso. Directions are on the container of miso. When adding miso, use cool to tepid water, never boiling hot. Once you have mixed the miso and water together, you can add boiling water for the broth. Vegetable Broth: To a large pot of boiling water, add vegetables, including tops and peelings Strain and use as broth. Sautéed Vegetables: Cut veggies in similar size Use whatever vegetables you like. I like to include: carrots broccoli mushrooms shallots celery diced garlic small white turnip baby spinach, slice or shredded Savoy cabbage green beans Prepare noodles Sautee vegetables in small amount of oil Prepare miso or vegetable broth Combine and serve. Have soy sauce or other sauces available for individual tastes. ACCOMPANIMENTS TO SOBA NOODLES |