Can I use spaghetti or another pasta instead of soba?

Absolutely! While soba brings a unique nuttiness, regular spaghetti, whole wheat noodles, or even rice noodles work just as well. The sauce is versatile—a lifesaver for last-minute dinners.

How can I make this dish gluten-free?

Easy fix: Swap the soba for 100% buckwheat noodles (read the label!) and use gluten-free tamari in place of the soy sauce. You’ll get all the same bold flavors, minus the gluten.

Do these noodles taste good cold?

They’re fantastic both warm and cold! Cold sesame soba noodles are especially refreshing during hot weather, and the flavors become even more robust after chilling.

What proteins can I add to make this more filling?

Try adding cubes of pan-seared tofu, shredded rotisserie chicken, sautéed shrimp, or soft-boiled eggs on top. Each brings its own texture and flavor, making the meal more satisfying and nutritious.

The Best Sesame Soba Noodles Recipe

Description

These Sesame Soba Noodles are a quick and flavorful dish made with tender buckwheat noodles tossed in a savory soy-sesame dressing, fragrant green onions, and crunchy toasted sesame seeds. Perfect for a satisfying meal served warm or at room temperature, this easy recipe is ideal for busy weeknight dinners or as a delicious side.

Ingredients

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Noodles

10 ounces HemisFares Soba Air-Dried Buckwheat Noodles

Sauce

1/3 cup soy sauce (regular or less sodium)
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
3 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
1 tablespoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

For Cooking & Garnish

1 tablespoon canola oil
2 cups green onions, chopped into 1/4-inch pieces
1/2 cup green onions, minced
3 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds (divided)

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Instructions

Cook the Soba Noodles: Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add the soba noodles. Cook for 4-5 minutes or just until tender, stirring occasionally to prevent clumping. Drain the noodles in a colander and rinse thoroughly under cold water, tossing to remove excess starch.
Prepare the Sauce: While the noodles are cooking, whisk together soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, rice vinegar, sugar, and black pepper in a medium bowl. Set the sauce mixture aside.
Sauté the Green Onions: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add canola oil. Once shimmering, add the chopped green onions and cook, stirring, for 15-30 seconds until they become fragrant.
Combine Sauce and Noodles: Pour the prepared soy and sesame sauce mixture into the skillet and cook for an additional 30 seconds. Add the drained soba noodles and toss everything together until the noodles are thoroughly heated through and coated in sauce.
Add Garnishes & Serve: Stir in the minced green onions and half of the toasted sesame seeds. Toss to combine. Transfer to serving plates and garnish with the remaining sesame seeds. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

If you are sensitive to salt, use reduced sodium soy sauce instead of regular.
Rinse noodles thoroughly under cold water to prevent them from becoming gummy.
This dish is delicious both warm and at room temperature, making it versatile for meal prep or picnics.
Adjust the sweetness or acidity to taste by varying sugar or rice vinegar.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 294 kcal
Sugar: 3 g
Sodium: 1101 mg
Fat: 11 g
Saturated Fat: 1 g
Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 42 g
Fiber: 1 g
Protein: 9 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg