Looking for a nutritious and tasty toddler recipe that is sure to be a hit? Hiyashi Soba for toddlers is an easy and healthy dish ideal for family meals. This delicious Japanese noodle dish is made with plain boiled soba noodles, freshly cooked vegetables and a tamari based sauce that is perfect for picky eaters. Full of flavour and texture, this is a dish that will be enjoyed by both adults and toddlers alike. Give it a try today and make it part of your family’s meal rotation!
General Information
Servings: 4
Cuisine: Japanese
Course: Main Dish
Keywords: soba, hiyashi, cold soba, summer, easy, quick
Calories: 200 kcal
Protein: 4 g
Carbs: 36 g
Fats: 4 g
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 2 minutes
Ingredients
For the soba
- 120 g soba noodles
- 2 tsp dashi powder
- 2 tsp soy sauce
- ¼ tsp sesame oil
For the sauce
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tsp honey
- 2 tsp ginger, minced
- 2 tsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
For the topping
- 1 carrot, grated
- 1 cucumber, cut into thin slices
Directions
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Bring a pot of lightly salted water to a boil.
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Add the soba noodles and cook for 2 minutes.
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Drain the noodles and rinse with cold water.
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In a large bowl, mix together the dashi powder, soy sauce, and sesame oil.
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Add the soba noodles and toss to combine.
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To make the sauce, in a medium bowl combine the soy sauce, honey, ginger, rice vinegar, and sesame oil.
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When ready to serve, mix the grated carrot and cucumber slices into the soba.
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Serve the soba with the sauce and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.
Recommended Sides
- Edamame
- Grilled Salmon
- Miso Soup
The way James makes Hiyashi Soba is so fun that even his toddler can help! “Come on, let’s mix the noodles and the sauce! And don’t forget to sprinkle sesame seeds on top when we’re done!”
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