Vegan Chilled Somen Noodles with Dipping Sauce
Cool off on hot days with this refreshing and easy-to-make Vegan Chilled Somen Noodles with Dipping Sauce—a Japanese-inspired dish that's light, flavorful, and perfect for summer. Delicate somen noodles are cooked to tender perfection, then chilled in an ice bath to achieve their signature refreshing texture. The savory dipping sauce, crafted from a harmonious blend of soy sauce, mirin, rice vinegar, and a touch of maple syrup, gets an aromatic boost from fresh ginger and garlic. Garnished with toasty sesame seeds and umami-rich nori strips, this dish is quick to prepare, taking just 20 minutes from start to finish. Served cold, it’s an ideal vegan option for a fuss-free, satisfying meal. Whether enjoyed as a light lunch or paired with sides for dinner, it’s a vibrant and versatile recipe that will elevate your plant-based rotation.
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Ingredients
- 200 grams Somen noodles
- 60 ml Soy sauce
- 50 ml Mirin
- 20 ml Rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger
- 1 Garlic clove
- 2 Green onions
- 1 tablespoon Toasted sesame seeds
- 0.5 Nori seaweed sheet
- 1 cup Ice cubes
Directions
Step 1
Start by boiling a large pot of water. Once boiling, add the somen noodles and cook according to package instructions, typically around 2-3 minutes, until they are just tender.
Step 2
While the noodles are cooking, prepare the dipping sauce. In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, mirin, rice vinegar, maple syrup, and sesame oil.
Step 3
Grate the fresh ginger and finely mince the garlic clove, then add them both to the sauce.
Step 4
Thinly slice the green onions and add them to the sauce, stirring well to combine. Set the sauce aside to allow flavors to meld.
Step 5
Once the noodles are cooked, drain them immediately and rinse under cold running water until completely cool to stop the cooking process.
Step 6
Fill a large bowl with the ice cubes and more cold water. Place the cooled somen noodles in the icy water for a couple of minutes to chill.
Step 7
Drain the noodles from the ice water and divide them evenly between serving bowls.
Step 8
Cut the nori seaweed sheet into thin strips using kitchen scissors and sprinkle over the noodles along with toasted sesame seeds for garnish.
Step 9
Serve the chilled noodles with the dipping sauce on the side. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (647.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1065.2 |
| Total Fat 19.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 2.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2360.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 193.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 41.2g | |
| Protein 26.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 157.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 522.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories