Recipe

Homemade Toshikoshi Soba

Savor the Tradition: Homemade Toshikoshi Soba for a Prosperous New Year

4.5 out of 5

Toshikoshi Soba is a beloved Japanese dish traditionally enjoyed on New Year's Eve. This simple yet flavorful dish holds cultural significance as it symbolizes longevity and good luck for the coming year.

Soup› Noodle Soup› Toshikoshi soba

Asian cuisine› East Asian cuisine› Japanese cuisine

Preparation time

15 minutes

Cooking time

10 minutes

Total time

25 minutes

Yields

4 servings

Preparation difficulty

Easy

Suitable for

Vegetarian, Vegan (if using vegan dashi), Pescatarian, Dairy-free, Nut-free

Allergens

Wheat (if using regular soba noodles), Soy

Not suitable for

Gluten-free (unless using gluten-free soba noodles), Paleo, Keto, Low-carb, High-protein

Ingredients

250g (8.8 oz) buckwheat soba noodles 250g (8.8 oz) buckwheat soba noodles
4 cups (950ml) dashi broth 4 cups (950ml) dashi broth
4 tablespoons soy sauce 4 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons mirin 2 tablespoons mirin
1 tablespoon sake 1 tablespoon sake
2 green onions, thinly sliced 2 green onions, thinly sliced
Tempura flakes, for garnish Tempura flakes, for garnish

Nutrition

Calories (kcal / KJ): 320 kcal / 1340 KJ
Fat (total, saturated): 2g, 0.4g
Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 66g, 4g
Protein: 12g
Fiber: 6g
Salt: 3g

Preparation

1.
In a large pot, bring the dashi broth to a boil.
2.
Add soy sauce, mirin, and sake to the broth. Stir well and let it simmer for 5 minutes.
3.
Cook the soba noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water.
4.
Divide the soba noodles into serving bowls.
5.
Ladle the hot broth over the noodles.
6.
Garnish with sliced green onions and a sprinkle of tempura flakes.
7.
Serve immediately and enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

Buckwheat soba noodles — Cook the noodles according to the package instructions, but make sure not to overcook them as they should have a slightly firm texture.
Dashi broth — If you can't find dashi broth, you can make your own by simmering kombu (dried kelp) and katsuobushi (dried bonito flakes) in water for about 30 minutes, then straining the broth.

Tips & Tricks

For added flavor, you can garnish the soba noodles with shredded nori seaweed or sesame seeds.
To make the dish heartier, you can add thinly sliced cooked chicken or tofu to the broth.
If you prefer a spicier kick, drizzle some chili oil or sprinkle shichimi togarashi (Japanese seven spice) over the noodles.
Make sure to serve the Toshikoshi Soba immediately after assembling to enjoy the noodles at their best texture.

Serving advice

Serve the Toshikoshi Soba in individual bowls, making sure to include a generous amount of broth and toppings. Pair it with a side of pickled vegetables or a simple salad for a well-rounded meal.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, arrange the sliced green onions and tempura flakes neatly on top of the soba noodles. The contrasting colors of the green onions and the golden tempura flakes will make the dish visually appealing.