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Somen Noodles with Hot Spring Egg

Cultural Context

Somen noodles, originating from Japan, are thin wheat noodles traditionally enjoyed cold, especially in summer. The dish often features a hot spring egg, which is delicately cooked to achieve a creamy texture. This combination highlights the balance of temperature and texture, a hallmark of Japanese cuisine. Today, somen is enjoyed year-round, with variations adapting to local tastes and seasonal ingredients.

JapaneseJPmain
20 min
easy
2 servings
Servings4
100g somen (thin wheat noodles)
1 egg
2/3 teaspoon powdered soy sauce
nori (seaweed), as needed
green onions, as needed
shichimi togarashi (seven spice), as needed
2 teaspoons sesame oil

somen noodles

🥗Healthier: whole wheat noodles

💰Cheaper: spaghetti

Whole wheat noodles add fiber, while spaghetti is more accessible.

mirin

🥗Healthier: rice vinegar + sugar

💰Cheaper: white wine

Rice vinegar + sugar mimics mirin's sweetness with less alcohol.

hot spring egg

🥗Healthier: soft-boiled egg

💰Cheaper: poached egg

Soft-boiled eggs are easier to make and still creamy.

dashi

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: chicken broth

Vegetable broth provides umami without fish.

1

Boil 100g of somen for 1 minute.

2

Warm a bowl with hot water and then discard the water.

3

Mix 2/3 teaspoon of powdered soy sauce and 1 egg in the bowl.

4

Add nori, green onions, and 2 teaspoons of sesame oil.

5

Top with additional powdered soy sauce if desired.

Cooking Techniques

boilingrinsingsimmeringgarnishing

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

glutensoy

Also Known As

SomenCold SomenSomen with Onsen Tamago
Local Name: 温泉卵のそうめん

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