Shiitake Soba

Savor the umami-rich flavors of Shiitake Soba, a delightful vegetarian dish that combines earthy shiitake mushrooms with nutty buckwheat soba noodles. This easy-to-make recipe brings a taste of Japan to your table, perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

• Soba noodles - 200 grams
• Shiitake mushrooms - 150 grams, sliced
• Vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Mirin - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Spinach - 100 grams, fresh
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon, toasted
• Salt - to taste

Steps

1. Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the soba noodles according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
2. In a large skillet, heat the sesame oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Add the sliced shiitake mushrooms to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until they are tender and browned.
4. Pour in the vegetable broth, soy sauce, and mirin, bringing the mixture to a simmer. Allow it to cook for another 5 minutes.
5. Stir in the fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes. Season with salt to taste.
6. Add the cooked soba noodles to the skillet, gently tossing to combine all ingredients and heat through, about 2-3 minutes.
7. Serve the dish hot, garnished with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 700 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 9 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from shiitake mushrooms, which support immune health.
• High in fiber from soba noodles and spinach, promoting digestive health.

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