SOBA SOUP WITH SPINACH AND TOFU

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Categories     Soup/Stew     Wine     Pasta     Tofu     Spinach     Fall     Soy Sauce     Simmer     Gourmet

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

For the broth
7 cups water
a 6-inch length of kombu * (dried kelp), wiped with a dampened cloth
1 ounce (about 2 cups) dried bonito flakes*
1/2 cup soy sauce
3 tablespoons mirin * (syrup rice wine)
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 pound dried soba* (buckwheat noodles)
2 carrots, sliced thin
1/2 pound spinach, coarse stems discarded and the leaves washed well, spun dry, and cut crosswise into 1 1/2-inch-wide strips
8 to 10 ounces firm tofu (preferably silken), cut into 1/2-inch cubes
3 to 4 tablespoons miso* (fermented bean paste), or to taste, if desired
2 scallions, minced
*available at Japanese markets

Steps:

  • Make the broth:
  • In a saucepan bring the water to a boil with the kombu, simmer the kombu for 2 minutes, and remove it with tongs, discarding it. Stir in the bonito flakes and simmer the mixture, stirring occasionally, for 3 minutes. Stir in the soy sauce, the mirin, and the sugar and simmer the broth for 5 minutes. Strain the broth through a fine sieve into a heatproof bowl and pour it back into the pan.
  • In a kettle of salted boiling water cook the noodles for 3 to 5 minutes, or until they are al dente, being careful not to overcook them, drain them in a colander, and rinse them under cold water.
  • Add the carrots to the broth and simmer them, covered, for 5 minutes. Stir in the spinach and the tofu and simmer the soup for 1 minute. In a small bowl stir together well 1/2 cup of the soup broth and the miso and pour the mixture back into the pan. Divide the noodles among 6 large bowls, ladle the soup over them, and sprinkle each serving with some of the scallions.

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Richie Presh
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I will definitely be making this soup again. It's so delicious and easy to make.


Israel Lopez
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This soup is a family favorite. Everyone loves it, even my picky kids. It's a great way to get them to eat their vegetables.


sk Rafin hassan
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I'm a beginner cook, and this soup was easy to make. I followed the recipe step-by-step and it turned out perfectly.


Queen Joy
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I'm a vegetarian, and this soup is a great option for me. It's packed with vegetables and tofu, and it's so flavorful.


Thandolwam Viti
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I love soup, and this soba soup is one of my favorites. It's so light and flavorful, and it's perfect for a cold winter day.


Anmol Shah
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This soup is so quick and easy to make, which is perfect for a busy weeknight meal. I love that I can just throw everything in a pot and let it simmer.


Yubam Chaudhary
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This soup is amazing! The broth is so rich and flavorful, and the vegetables are cooked to perfection. I love the addition of tofu, which adds a nice protein boost.


Masecha Khotle
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I'm always looking for new ways to eat more vegetables, and this soup is a great way to do that. It's packed with spinach, tofu, and other healthy ingredients.


Salman Khan
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This soup is a lifesaver on busy weeknights. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand.


Zafarullah Mughal
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I made this soup last night and it was delicious! The broth was so flavorful and the vegetables were perfectly cooked. I will definitely be making this again.


sojol islan
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This soba soup is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. The spinach and tofu add a lot of nutrients, and the broth is flavorful and light.


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