Basilicatan-style Ita Soba

Ingredients

In this adaptation, the traditional Japanese soba noodles are paired with Basilicatan ingredients to create a fusion dish. The original Ita Soba typically includes ingredients like soy sauce, mirin, and dashi, which are replaced with local Lucanian flavors such as sun-dried tomatoes, chili peppers, garlic, and olive oil. Additionally, the dish is garnished with fresh basil leaves and grated pecorino cheese, adding a distinct Lucanian touch. We alse have the original recipe for Ita soba, so you can check it out.

• 200g (7 oz) soba noodles 200g (7 oz) soba noodles
• 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 Lucanian sausage, sliced 1 Lucanian sausage, sliced
• 4 sun-dried tomatoes, chopped 4 sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
• 1 chili pepper, finely chopped 1 chili pepper, finely chopped
• Salt, to taste Salt, to taste
• Fresh basil leaves, for garnish Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
• Grated pecorino cheese, for garnish Grated pecorino cheese, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 350 kcal / 1465 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 15g, 4g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 40g, 3g
• Protein: 12g
• Fiber: 4g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Cook the soba noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. 2.
   Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
3. 3.
   Add Lucanian sausage slices to the pan and cook until browned.
4. 4.
   Stir in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and chili pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes.
5. 5.
   Add the cooked soba noodles to the pan and toss well to coat them with the sauce.
6. 6.
   Season with salt to taste.
7. 7.
   Remove from heat and garnish with fresh basil leaves and grated pecorino cheese.
8. 8.
   Serve hot and enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Soba noodles — Cook the soba noodles according to the package instructions, but make sure not to overcook them as they should be slightly firm to the bite.
• Lucanian sausage — If Lucanian sausage is not available, you can substitute it with any spicy Italian sausage for a similar flavor profile.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra kick of heat, add more chili peppers to the dish.
• Adjust the salt according to your taste preference, as the Lucanian sausage and sun-dried tomatoes already add some saltiness to the dish.
• Serve the Basilicatan-style Ita Soba with a side of fresh salad to balance the flavors.

Serving advice

Serve the Basilicatan-style Ita Soba hot as a main course. It pairs well with a side of crusty bread and a simple green salad.

Presentation advice

Garnish the dish with a sprinkle of grated pecorino cheese and a few fresh basil leaves to add a pop of color and enhance the visual appeal.