Garlic Sesame Soba Noodles

Garlic Sesame Soba Noodles

Quick, nutty, and full of umami—these soba noodles are your new weeknight go-to.

Servings
2
Prep Time
5
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Cook Time
10
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Ingredients
8
Total Time
15
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Pantry bits

  • Soy sauce
  • Sesame oil
  • Rice vinegar
  • Maple syrup

Ingredients

  • Soba noodles
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 spring onions, sliced
  • Sesame seeds, for garnish

Instructions

1. Boil soba noodles according to package instructions (usually 4–5 mins). Rinse under cold water and drain well.

2. In a small pan, heat sesame oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until just golden.

3. Stir in soy sauce, rice vinegar, and a touch of maple syrup. Remove from heat.

4. Toss the noodles in the sauce. Mix well to coat evenly.

5. Top with chopped spring onions and toasted sesame seeds.

6. Serve warm or cold.

Quick, nutty, and full of umami—these soba noodles are your new weeknight go-to.

With just a few pantry staples and fresh garnishes, this dish comes together in under 20 minutes. It’s light yet satisfying, and perfect warm or cold. Great as a main or a side—just don’t skip the garlic and toasted sesame.

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