Hiyashi Somen Cold Noodles with Dipping Sauce Mark Bittman
Experience the refreshing simplicity of Mark Bittman’s Hiyashi Somen Cold Noodles with Dipping Sauce, a perfect dish for hot summer days. This Japanese-inspired recipe features delicate somen noodles, quickly cooked and chilled with ice cubes to preserve their silky texture. Paired with a savory homemade dipping sauce made from soy sauce, mirin, dashi stock, and a touch of sugar, this dish achieves a perfect balance of umami and sweetness. The finishing touches of fresh ginger, chopped green onions, and roasted sesame seeds elevate the flavors while adding a pop of texture and aroma. Ready in just 15 minutes, this light yet satisfying meal is ideal for lunch, dinner, or as a refreshing appetizer. Perfect for fans of Japanese cuisine, this recipe brings elegance and convenience to your table.
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Ingredients
- 200 g Somen noodles
- 120 ml Soy sauce
- 60 ml Mirin
- 180 ml Dashi stock
- 1 tbsp Sugar
- 2 stalks Green onions
- 1 tsp Grated ginger
- 1 tbsp Roasted sesame seeds
- 10 pieces Ice cubes
- 8 cups Water
Directions
Step 1
Fill a large pot with 8 cups of water and bring it to a boil over medium-high heat.
Step 2
Add the somen noodles to the boiling water and cook according to the package instructions, usually 2-3 minutes. Stir regularly to prevent them from sticking together.
Step 3
Once cooked, drain the somen noodles in a colander and rinse them thoroughly under cold running water to cool them and remove excess starch.
Step 4
Place some ice cubes in the rinsed noodles to keep them chilled, then set them aside.
Step 5
In a small saucepan, combine the soy sauce, mirin, dashi stock, and sugar. Heat the mixture over medium heat until the sugar dissolves completely. Remove it from the heat and let it cool to room temperature.
Step 6
Finely chop the green onions and set them aside. Grate the ginger and set it aside as well.
Step 7
Divide the noodles into individual servings and place them in small bowls or on serving plates.
Step 8
Pour the dipping sauce into separate small bowls, one per serving, and add a pinch of grated ginger and a sprinkle of green onions to each bowl.
Step 9
Garnish the noodles with a light sprinkle of roasted sesame seeds and extra green onions, if desired.
Step 10
Serve the chilled noodles alongside the dipping sauce. Dip the noodles into the sauce before eating.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2845.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1008.2 |
| Total Fat 6.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5122.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 202.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 46.2g | |
| Protein 32.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 297.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 733.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories