Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
0.25 cup

Green Tea

strong brewed

0.25 cup

Low-Sodium Soy Sauce

0.25 cup

Rice Vinegar

2 tbsp

Sugar

2 tbsp

Dark Sesame Oil

2 tbsp

Fresh Ginger

minced

0.25 tsp

Red Pepper Flakes

8 oz

Soba Noodles

2 tsp

Dark Sesame Oil

4 cup

Watercress Sprigs

washed and patted dry

1 cup

Jicama Wedges

thinly sliced, peeled

1.5 cup

Cucumber

diced, seeded

0.5 cup

Scallions

chopped

2 tbsp

Toasted Sesame Seeds

Step 1
~2 min

Bring a large pot of water to a boil.

Step 2
~2 min

In a medium bowl, whisk together green tea, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, dark sesame oil, ginger, and red pepper flakes to make the dressing.

Step 3
~2 min

Set the dressing aside.

Step 4
~2 min

Drop soba noodles into the boiling water and stir to prevent sticking.

Step 5
~2 min

Cook noodles until just tender, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 6
~2 min

Drain the noodles and rinse with cold water.

Step 7
~2 min

Drain the noodles again, shaking the colander to remove excess water.

Step 8
~2 min

Transfer the noodles to a large bowl.

Step 9
~2 min

Drizzle the noodles with 2 teaspoons of dark sesame oil and toss to coat.

Step 10
~2 min

Add half of the dressing to the noodles and toss to coat.

Step 11
~2 min

In a large shallow serving bowl, combine watercress, jicama, cucumbers, and scallions.

Step 12
~2 min

Add the remaining dressing to the watercress mixture and toss to coat.

Step 13
~2 min

Push the watercress salad to the perimeter of the bowl.

Step 14
~2 min

Mound the noodles in the center of the bowl.

Step 15
~2 min

Sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve at room temperature.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a spicier kick, add more red pepper flakes.

Garnish with extra toasted sesame seeds for added flavor and texture.

Adjust the sweetness of the dressing to your liking.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Dressing can be made ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled tofu
Edamame

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

East Asia

Cultural Significance

Commonly eaten during the summer months in Japan.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight dinner
Potluck
Summer picnic

Popularity Score

65/100

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