Wasabi Noodles Recipe
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These Wasabi Noodles made with soba noodles, crunchy cucumber and toasted sesame seeds is a terrifically satisfying dish. And so easy to make too!
This recipe was a result of a happy accident. I was in the process of trying to whip up a few lighter salad dressing to have on hand in hopes that they would help me eat more salad. A simple combination of wasabi-sesame-honey something or another dressing was in my mind. I botched the ratios and was ready to toss it and start over. The result was too overwhelming for what I had in mind for a salad, but instead of wasting it, I decided to try it with some soba noodles hiding in the back of the pantry. Once noodles and dressing chilled, I added some cucumber and toasted sesame seeds, plus a smidgen of fresh cilantro. Delightful!
Although I used soba noodles, substitute any favorite noodle that you like. Just be sure to adjust the dressing amount as needed.
If you’re a wasabi fan, I think you’ll really like these Wasabi Noodles. My teenage daughter even enjoyed it, requesting some ahi tuna after a few bites to toss in. Um … right … I just happen to have ahi tuna on hand, dear daughter. Yeah, not so much. But it was a good idea. So, if you have ahi tuna, this would be a nice compliment. Just take my teenage daughter’s word for it.
I do admit these Wasabi Noodles triggered a big craving for sushi. No wonder, all the pieces and parts are there. Except for the tuna. Wasabi and sushi fans, try this one and let me know how you like it.
If these noodles look good to you, I think you’ll also like these recipes too:
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This flavor combination will satisfy those cravings for something spicy.
Ingredients
Dressing/marinade ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons wasabi powder
- 2 tablespoons warm water
- 5 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons sesame seed oil
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime or lemon juice
Remaining noodle assembly ingredients:
- 8 ounce, weight dry soba noodles (or favorite noodles or pasta)
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted
- 1/3 cup cucumber, seeded and diced/ chopped
- garnish with fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- For dressing/marinade, whisk together wasabi powder, warm water, honey, sesame oil, lime (or lemon) juice, and soy sauce until well combined. (Note: Makes about 8 ounces. Only half will be used for per 8 ounce package of noodles.)
- Cook noodles according to package instructions. Drain noodles. While still warm, gently toss with 4 ounces of dressing/marinade. Gently! Cover and refrigerate until cooled.
- Once cool, add chopped cucumber, toasted sesame seeds. Gently toss to incorporate. Garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired.
I love these!! Perfect weeknight meal!
These look scrumptious, Amy!
I love this Amy! I need to try soba noodles next time!
Absolutely dig this.
Beautiful and surely delicious!
I was literally staring at a can of wasabi powder in our pantry the other day and just wondering what to do with it. I can’t wait to try these noodles!
I am so, so, so in love with this. As in, making it ASAP. And, um, yeah….we don’t have ahi tuna lying around, but I’m impressed your daughter asked for it! 😉
Totally gorgeous! I’ve never tried wasabi, I need to fix that soon!
So simple and wonderful flavors!
I want anything with wasabi, and this is no exception.
I love wasabi!! the more the merrier…love it when it hits my sinuses with a bah-BAM! This looks super scrumptious.
This yummy dressing is the perfect accompaniment to soba noodles!
This looks delicious. I like that I can substitute any noodle that I like.
You and Cassie must be on the same wavelength with the wasabi noodles — yum!
Looks like a great lunch for today. I only have wasabi paste, do you think that I could incorporate that into the recipe instead of the powder?
Hey Marvleen!
I think you could totally substitute wasabi paste. I’m not sure how much you should substitute for the powder, so add a little at a time until you reach desired taste. Try looking up online for substitute amounts or see if the packaging may say how much to use in place of powder. Hope that helps!
Fantástico, rápido y exquisito.
Un saludo
La Tauleta
Looks AND sounds soooo good … I looove spicy food!
Wow!! the wasabi noodles looks so delicious! I could feel the heat from here!!
Sometimes accidents turn out to be the tastiest recipes! I need to add this to this week’s lunch menu, my husband would love it!
The wasabi noodles look so good.
Quick question
Is the sesame oil toasted or plain old sesame oil.
Thanks in advance
Peace and respect
Wayne
I looked in my pantry and someo f the asian sesame oil said toasted, others just said sesame oil… so I am guessing they are the same???
They are a tad different. The toasted has a stronger flavor in my opinion.