Low Carb Chilled Somen Noodles with Dipping Sauce
Savor the refreshing simplicity of Low Carb Chilled Somen Noodles with Dipping Sauce, a light and flavorful dish perfect for warm-weather dining. This recipe swaps traditional wheat-based somen for konjac noodles, making it a low-carb, keto-friendly option without sacrificing the satisfying chew of the classic dish. The chilled noodles are delicately balanced with a savory dipping sauce made from soy sauce, dashi stock, and sugar-free mirin, accented with the nutty richness of sesame oil and a zing of fresh ginger. Garnished with vibrant green onions, toasted sesame seeds, and strips of nori, this quick and easy recipe is ready in just 20 minutes and pairs beautifully with iced green tea or crisp cucumber salad. Perfect as a light lunch or a refreshing dinner, these chilled noodles are a guilt-free indulgence for any day of the week!
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Ingredients
- 200 grams Low carb konjac noodles
- 60 milliliters Soy sauce
- 30 milliliters Mirin (or sugar-free mirin)
- 240 milliliters Dashi stock
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
- 2 stalks Green onions
- 1 teaspoon Grated ginger
- 1 tablespoon Toasted sesame seeds
- 1 sheet Nori (seaweed), cut into thin strips
- 2 cubes Ice cubes
- 500 milliliters Water
Directions
Step 1
Begin by bringing 500 milliliters of water to a boil in a medium-sized pot.
Step 2
Rinse the low carb konjac noodles under running water for about 2 minutes to remove any briny odor.
Step 3
Add the konjac noodles to the boiling water and cook for 2-3 minutes, then drain and transfer them to a bowl of ice water. Let the noodles chill for at least 5 minutes.
Step 4
While the noodles are chilling, prepare the dipping sauce. In a small saucepan, combine 60 milliliters soy sauce, 30 milliliters mirin, and 240 milliliters dashi stock. Bring it to a gentle boil over medium heat, then let it cool slightly.
Step 5
Add 1 tablespoon sesame oil into the dipping sauce and stir to combine.
Step 6
Chop the green onions finely and set aside for garnish.
Step 7
To serve, drain the noodles from the ice water and neatly arrange them on serving plates. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and nori strips on top.
Step 8
Pour the dipping sauce into small individual serving bowls and add a teaspoon of grated ginger to each.
Step 9
Garnish the noodles with chopped green onions and serve immediately with the dipping sauce on the side.
Step 10
Enjoy this cool and refreshing low carb meal as a delightful summer dish, dipping the chilled noodles into the savory sauce.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1160.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 310.5 |
| Total Fat 17.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 2.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3353.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 31.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 15.2g | |
| Protein 10.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 186.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 464.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories