Kamo Nanban Soba

Kamo Nanban Soba is a delightful Japanese noodle dish featuring tender duck breast, served over buckwheat soba noodles in a savory broth. This high-protein meal is perfect for a satisfying dinner that balances flavor and nutrition.

Ingredients

• Duck breast - 200 grams
• Soba noodles - 150 grams
• Dashi stock - 500 ml
• Soy sauce - 30 ml
• Mirin - 15 ml
• Green onions - 2 stalks, sliced
• Shiitake mushrooms - 100 grams, sliced
• Nori seaweed - 1 sheet, cut into strips
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon, toasted

Steps

1. Start by preparing the dashi stock. Combine 500 ml of water with dashi granules in a pot and bring to a simmer.
2. While the stock is heating, score the skin of the duck breast in a crisscross pattern without cutting into the meat. Season with salt and pepper.
3. Place the duck breast skin-side down in a cold skillet over medium heat. Cook for about 6-8 minutes until the skin is crispy and golden brown. Flip and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes for medium-rare. Remove from the skillet and let it rest.
4. In the same skillet, add the sliced shiitake mushrooms and sauté for 2-3 minutes until tender. Pour in the soy sauce and mirin, allowing it to reduce slightly, then set aside.
5. Cook the soba noodles according to package instructions, usually about 4-5 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
6. In the simmering dashi stock, add the sautéed mushrooms and soy sauce mixture, then stir in half of the sliced green onions. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
7. Slice the rested duck breast thinly and set aside.
8. To serve, divide the soba noodles into two bowls, ladle the hot broth with mushrooms over the noodles, and top with sliced duck breast, remaining green onions, nori strips, and toasted sesame seeds.

Nutrition

• Calories: 620
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 70 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 950 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from duck and soba noodles, aiding muscle repair and growth.
• Rich in antioxidants from shiitake mushrooms and green onions, supporting overall health.

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