Abura Soba with Spicy Pork and Soft-Boiled Egg

Ingredients

• 200g (7 oz) thick noodles 200g (7 oz) thick noodles
• 200g (7 oz) pork belly, thinly sliced 200g (7 oz) pork belly, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons chili paste 2 tablespoons chili paste
• 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon grated ginger 1 teaspoon grated ginger
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons green onions, chopped 2 tablespoons green onions, chopped
• 2 sheets nori seaweed, cut into thin strips 2 sheets nori seaweed, cut into thin strips
• 2 tablespoons pickled ginger 2 tablespoons pickled ginger
• 2 soft-boiled eggs 2 soft-boiled eggs

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 650 kcal / 2720 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 35g, 10g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 45g, 5g
• Protein: 35g
• Fiber: 3g
• Salt: 2g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Cook the noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. 2.
   In a bowl, combine the chili paste, minced garlic, grated ginger, and soy sauce. Add the sliced pork belly and marinate for 15 minutes.
3. 3.
   Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the marinated pork belly and cook until browned and slightly caramelized.
4. 4.
   In a small bowl, whisk together sesame oil and rice vinegar to make the sauce.
5. 5.
   In a serving bowl, place the cooked noodles and pour the sauce over them. Toss well to coat the noodles evenly.
6. 6.
   Top the noodles with the spicy pork, soft-boiled eggs, green onions, nori seaweed, and pickled ginger.
7. 7.
   Serve immediately and enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Pork belly — For a leaner option, you can substitute pork belly with pork loin or chicken breast.
• Soft-boiled eggs — To achieve the perfect soft-boiled eggs, place them in boiling water for 6 minutes, then transfer them to an ice bath to stop the cooking process.

Tips & Tricks

• Adjust the spiciness of the dish by adding more or less chili paste according to your preference.
• For a vegetarian version, replace the pork with tofu or mushrooms.
• Experiment with different toppings such as shredded cabbage, bean sprouts, or bamboo shoots to add variety to the dish.
• If you prefer a milder flavor, reduce the amount of soy sauce and vinegar in the sauce.
• To make it more filling, add additional vegetables like bok choy or spinach.

Serving advice

Serve the Abura Soba immediately after assembling to ensure the noodles are warm and the toppings are fresh. Mix the noodles well before eating to distribute the flavors evenly.

Presentation advice

For an appealing presentation, arrange the toppings neatly on top of the noodles. Garnish with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and a drizzle of chili oil for an extra touch of color and flavor.