Build-Your-Own Soba Noodle Bowl

SOBA INGREDIENTS

9.5 oz package soba noodles

1/4 cup soy sauce

2 tablespoons coconut aminos

2 tablespoons unseasoned rice wine vinegar

2 tablespoons sesame oil

pinch of red chili flakes

1 teaspoon sugar (optional)

2 teaspoons avocado oil

1/4 cup or more sliced scallion (green onion)

TOPPINGS

Pan-seared tofu

Jammy eggs (omit to make vegan)

Sautéed mixed mushrooms

Persian cucumber marinated in a bit of rice vinegar

Sliced scallion

Chopped cilantro

Sriracha or chili crunch

METHOD

1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Drop in your noodles and cook for 5-6 minutes (or until desired texture is reached), stirring often to prevent the noodles from sticking.

2. Drain noodles in a colander and rinse very well with cold water (this also minimizes sticking).

3. Transfer noodles to a large bowl and drizzle with some sesame oil. Toss. Set noodles to the side.

4. Prepare sauce for the noodles. In a bowl, combine soy sauce, coconut aminos, rice vinegar, sesame oil, chili flakes, and sugar. Whisk.

5. In a pan, heat up avocado oil. Add in scallion and sauté for a minute. Then, add in the sauce and cook for another minute. Transfer to a bowl.

6. You can either toss the noodles with as much sauce as you like or leave them undressed and have guests assemble their own bowls. Enjoy!