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山形県民には欠かせない!郷土料理【冷や汁】の簡単レシピ

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Hiyajiru

Cultural Context

Hiyajiru is a refreshing cold soup originating from Japan, traditionally enjoyed during the hot summer months. It showcases the use of seasonal ingredients and is often served with soba noodles, making it a light yet satisfying meal. This dish exemplifies the Japanese philosophy of using fresh, local produce and is a popular choice for cooling down in the summer heat. Today, variations exist across Japan, with different regions adding their unique touches, making it a beloved staple in many households.

JapaneseJPmain
20 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
tofu
cucumber
green onions
miso
dashi
sesame seeds
nori
wasabi
ice water
soba noodles

miso

🥗Healthier: white miso

💰Cheaper: soy sauce

White miso is lower in sodium and sweeter.

soba noodles

🥗Healthier: zucchini noodles

💰Cheaper: spaghetti

Zucchini noodles are lower in carbs and calories.

tofu

🥗Healthier: silken tofu

💰Cheaper: cottage cheese

Silken tofu is smoother and blends well.

dashi

🥗Healthier: vegetable stock

💰Cheaper: water with soy sauce

Vegetable stock provides a similar umami flavor.

1

Prepare dashi by boiling water and adding kombu until infused.

2

Remove kombu and add miso to dashi, stirring until dissolved.

3

Chill the dashi-miso mixture in the refrigerator.

4

Cut tofu into small cubes and set aside.

5

Shred cucumber and chop green onions finely.

6

Toast sesame seeds in a dry pan until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.

7

In a bowl, combine chilled dashi-miso, tofu, cucumber, green onions, and sesame seeds.

8

Serve the mixture over chilled soba noodles or as a soup.

9

Garnish with nori and a dab of wasabi if desired.

10

Enjoy cold, especially on hot days.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens

soy

Also Known As

冷汁Cold Soup
Local Name: 冷汁

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