Hiyashi Chūka

Hiyashi Chūka is a refreshing chilled noodle dish, perfect for warm days, featuring colorful vegetables and a tangy dressing. This healthy Japanese main dish is not only visually appealing but also packed with nutrients and flavor.

Ingredients

• Chilled ramen noodles - 200 grams
• Cucumber - 1 medium, julienned
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Red bell pepper - 1, julienned
• Cherry tomatoes - 10, halved
• Egg - 2, boiled and sliced
• Cooked chicken breast - 100 grams, shredded
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Sugar - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/4 teaspoon

Steps

1. Cook the ramen noodles according to package instructions, then drain and rinse under cold water until chilled. Set aside.
2. Prepare the vegetables: julienne the cucumber, carrot, and red bell pepper; halve the cherry tomatoes.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sugar, and salt to create the dressing.
4. Divide the chilled noodles into two serving bowls.
5. Arrange the julienned vegetables, sliced egg, and shredded chicken on top of the noodles in an aesthetically pleasing manner.
6. Drizzle the dressing over the arranged ingredients.
7. Sprinkle with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 200 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins from fresh vegetables.
• High in protein from chicken and eggs.

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