Sesame-Ginger Soba

• Produce

  • 1 Carrot, small
  • 1 small bunch Cilantro, fresh
  • 1 Cucumber, small
  • 1 clove Garlic
  • 2 tsp Ginger
  • 2 Green onions

• Condiments

  • 1 1/2 tbsp Soy sauce
  • 6 tbsp Tahini

• Pasta & Grains

  • 1 package Soba noodles or whole wheat spaghetti

• Baking & Spices

  • 1/2 Red pepper, medium
  • 1 Salt

• Oils & Vinegars

  • 2 tbsp Rice or apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Sesame oil

• Liquids

  • 6 tbsp Water

• Other

  • 1 teaspoon spicy chili sauce such as sambal oelek or crushed red pepper or a chopped fresh red chili pepper (optional

Found on cilantroandcitronella.com

Description

Ingredients

• 1 package (250 grams/9 oz) soba noodles or whole wheat spaghetti
• 1 small cucumber, cut into matchsticks
• Half a medium red pepper, cut into matchsticks
• 1 small carrot, cut into matchsticks
• A small bunch of fresh cilantro
• 6 tablespoons tahini
• 6 tablespoons warm water
• 2 green onions, green parts only, chopped
• 1 teaspoon spicy chili sauce such as sambal oelek or crushed red pepper or a chopped fresh red chili pepper (optional)
• 2 tablespoons rice or apple cider vinegar
• 1 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 2 teaspoons ginger, minced
• 1 clove of garlic, minced
• Salt, to taste

Directions

• Cook the soba according to the package directions. Drain and rinse in cold water. Fill the pot with cold water, grab a couple handfuls of noodles and rub them together. Continue washing the soba in this way to remove the excess starch. Drain and rinse again. Set the noodles aside in the colander to allow the excess water to drip off.
• Combine all the sauce ingredients in a small bowl and stir well. Taste and adjust seasonings to your liking.
• Finally, toss the noodles, veggies and sauce together in a large bowl. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve.