Sesame Soba Noodles
These 15 minute Sesame Soba Noodles are a light, refreshing, and flavorful meal! Chewy buckwheat noodles are tossed in a tangy sesame ginger sauce with green onions and cilantro for a perfect lunch or easy dinner.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces soba noodles
- ΒΌ cup rice wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 clove garlic minced or pressed
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger grated
- 2 green onions thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro leaves chopped
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
- 2 hard boiled eggs sliced (for serving, optional)
Instructions
- Cook the soba noodles in a large pot of boiling water according to package instructions (usually 4-6 minutes). Drain and rinse thoroughly under cold water. Set aside to drain well.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the rice wine vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, minced garlic, and grated ginger until the sugar is dissolved.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled soba noodles, sliced green onions, and chopped cilantro.
- Pour the prepared sauce over the noodle mixture. Toss everything together until evenly coated.
- Sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve immediately, garnished with hard boiled egg slices if desired.
Notes
- Rinsing Noodles: Rinsing the cooked soba in cold water is essential to stop the cooking, cool them, and prevent sticking.
- Make Ahead: This dish is excellent for meal prep. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Customize: Add shredded chicken, tofu, shrimp, or your favorite crunchy vegetables like carrots or bell peppers.