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Cucumber Soba Noodle Salad with Prawns

Cultural Context

Cucumber Soba Noodle Salad with Prawns is a refreshing dish that showcases the delicate flavors of Japanese cuisine. Soba noodles, made from buckwheat, are paired with crisp vegetables and prawns, often enjoyed chilled during the hot summer months. This salad is a popular choice for picnics and light meals, reflecting the Japanese emphasis on seasonal ingredients and balance in flavors. Today, variations of this dish can be found globally, with adaptations to suit local tastes and ingredient availability.

JapaneseJPmain
20 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
8 oz soba noodles
1 lb prawns
1 medium cucumber
1 medium carrot
4 scallions
2 tablespoons sesame oil
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon ginger
2 cloves garlic
2 tablespoons lime juice
1/4 cup cilantro
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon salt

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

prawns

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu provides a plant-based protein option, while canned tuna is budget-friendly.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil offers a healthier fat option, while canola oil is cost-effective.

1

Cook soba noodles according to package instructions until al dente, then rinse under cold water.

2

Peel and devein prawns, then season with lemon pepper and toss with olive oil.

3

Cook the prawns in a pan until they are pink and cooked through, turning them over as needed.

4

Make cucumber noodles using a vegetable peeler or spiralizer to create thin strips.

5

In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by mixing hot sauce, soy sauce, sesame oil, minced ginger, minced garlic, maple syrup, and rice vinegar.

6

Combine the cooled soba noodles, cucumber noodles, and cooked prawns in a large bowl.

7

Sprinkle black sesame seeds over the salad and toss gently to combine.

8

Taste the salad and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Cooking Techniques

boilingsautéingmixing

Equipment Needed

large potcolanderlarge bowlsmall bowlwhiskpan

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

shellfishsoy

Also Known As

Soba SaladChilled Soba Noodles with Prawns
Local Name: 海老ときゅうりのそばサラダ

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