Best 4 Soba Soup With Spinach Recipes

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Soba soup with spinach is a delightful Japanese dish that combines the delicate flavors of soba noodles, spinach, and a savory broth. This nourishing soup is not only delicious but also easy to prepare, making it a perfect meal for busy weeknights or a comforting lunch. The recipe offers a step-by-step guide to crafting a flavorful soba soup using simple ingredients. Additionally, the article includes variations such as adding protein options like chicken or tofu, incorporating additional vegetables for a more vibrant soup, and adjusting the broth's flavor profile with various seasonings. With its versatility and health benefits, this soba soup with spinach is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.

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SOBA NOODLES IN BROTH WITH SPINACH AND SHIITAKES



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This dish is inspired by a recipe by Sonoko Kondo in her wonderful book "The Poetical Pursuit of Food" (Clarkson Potter, 1986). Soba noodles represent longevity in Japan because they are long and lean. When you eat them, slurp them without breaking the noodles.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, easy, lunch, main course

Time 1h

Yield Four generous servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 ounce kombu seaweed
4 dried shiitake mushrooms
3/4 pound dried soba noodles
12 ounces spinach, stemmed and washed thoroughly, or 1 6-ounce bag baby spinach, rinsed
2 green onions, chopped
1 tablespoon sake
2 tablespoons mirin
2 to 4 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce (to taste)

Steps:

  • Place the kombu and shiitakes in a large bowl, and cover with 4 1/2 cups hot water. Soak for 30 minutes. Place a strainer over a bowl and drain. Squeeze the mushrooms over the strainer, then rinse. Remove the mushroom stems and discard. Slice the caps thinly.
  • Meanwhile, cook the soba noodles. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Fill a bowl with ice water. When the water comes to a boil, add the soba. As the water comes back to a boil, add 1/2 cup of cold water to prevent it from boiling over. Allow to come back to a boil again, and add another 1/2 cup of cold water. Check for doneness, and if necessary bring back to a boil one more time and add another 1/2 cup of cold water. The soba should be tender all the way through but al dente -- slightly firm to the bite. Transfer immediately to the ice water, and allow to cool for a few minutes, then drain.
  • Bring the water back to a boil, salt generously and add the spinach. Blanch for one minute, and transfer to a bowl of ice water. Drain, squeeze out excess liquid, and cut the squeezed bundle of spinach into four pieces.
  • Divide the noodles, spinach, mushrooms and green onions among four large soup bowls. In a saucepan, combine the soaking water from the kombu and mushrooms, the sake, mirin and soy sauce. Bring to a simmer. Taste and adjust seasonings. Pour over the ingredients in the soup bowls, and serve at once.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 342, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 71 grams, Fat 1 gram, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 17 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 1129 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram

SOBA SOUP WITH SPINACH



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This delicious broth is loaded with nutritious vegetables such as shiitake mushrooms and spinach.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
12 ounces shiitake mushrooms (stems removed), caps thinly sliced
4 scallions, white and green parts separated and thinly sliced
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon peeled and minced fresh ginger
Coarse salt
2 cans (14.5 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/2 package (4.4 ounces) soba (Japanese buckwheat noodles)
1 bunch flat-leaf spinach, torn
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon soy sauce

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium. Add mushrooms, scallion whites, garlic, and ginger; season with salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until mushrooms are tender, 6 minutes.
  • Add broth and 3 cups water; bring to a boil. Add soba; reduce to a simmer, and cook 5 minutes. Add spinach; cook just until tender, about 1 minute. Add lime juice and soy sauce. Serve topped with scallion greens.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 228 g, Fat 8 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 12 g

SOBA NOODLES IN BROTH WITH SWEET POTATO, CABBAGE AND SPINACH



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This simple Japanese soup can be served as a meal or as a starter. As the sweet potatoes and cabbage simmer in the broth of your choice, they infuse it with sweetness. Spinach is added at the last minute, and the soup is served with cooked soba noodles.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, easy, quick, weekday, one pot, soups and stews, appetizer, main course

Time 25m

Yield Serves four as a main dish, six as a starter

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 cups kombu dashi, chicken stock or vegetable stock
Salt to taste
6 ounces Japanese soba noodles, cooked and tossed with 1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 large or 2 small sweet potatoes about 3/4 pound, peeled and sliced about 1/4 inch thick cut in half lengthwise first if fat
2 cups shredded cabbage
1 6-ounce bag baby spinach, rinsed
2 tablespoons minced chives

Steps:

  • Bring the stock to a simmer. Taste and adjust seasoning, adding salt if desired. Add the sweet potatoes and cabbage, and simmer 15 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
  • If the noodles have been refrigerated, warm them by placing them in a strainer and dipping the strainer into the simmering broth. Then distribute the noodles among four to six soup bowls. Add the spinach to the stock. Cover, and turn off the heat. Leave for three minutes. Ladle the soup into the bowls, taking care to distribute the vegetables evenly. Sprinkle the chives over each serving, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 183, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 40 grams, Fat 1 gram, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 8 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 1166 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams

SOBA SOUP WITH SPINACH AND TOFU



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MMMMMmmmmmm, this soup is so good! From Sara's Secrets TV show. Soba is buckwheat noodles. This is comfort food!

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Soy/Tofu

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

7 cups water
1 tablespoon instant dashi stock
1/2 cup soy sauce
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 lb dried soba noodles (buckwheat noodles)
2 carrots, sliced thin
1/2 lb spinach, coarse stems discarded and the leaves washed well, dryed, and cut crosswise into 1 1/2 inch-wide str
8 -10 ounces firm tofu, cut into 1/2 inch cubes (preferably silken)
3 -4 tablespoons miso, to taste (fermented bean paste)
2 scallions, minced

Steps:

  • Make the broth: In a saucepan bring the water to a boil.
  • Stir in the dashi and simmer the mixture, stirring occasionally, for 3 minutes.
  • Stir in the soy sauce 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.
  • I sometimes sprinkle toasted nori over the soup.
  • Enjoy!

Tips:

  • Use high-quality soba noodles: Look for soba noodles made with 100% buckwheat flour for the best flavor and texture.
  • Cook the soba noodles according to the package directions: Overcooked soba noodles will be mushy, so be careful not to overcook them.
  • Rinse the soba noodles in cold water after cooking: This will help to remove any excess starch and prevent the noodles from sticking together.
  • Use a variety of vegetables in your soba soup: Spinach, carrots, mushrooms, and green onions are all great options.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different flavors: You can add a variety of ingredients to your soba soup to customize the flavor, such as soy sauce, mirin, or sesame oil.
  • Serve soba soup hot or cold: Soba soup can be served hot or cold, so it's a great option for any season.

Conclusion:

Soba soup is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. It's a great option for a quick and easy meal, and it's also a healthy and nutritious choice. With so many different variations to choose from, there's sure to be a soba soup recipe that everyone will enjoy.

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