Have soba noodles in your pantry? Pull out the bag of those nutty, distinctive noodles and try these succulent soba noodle recipes soon!
In my pantry, there’s always a package of soba noodles waiting to be transformed into lunch or dinner. Often, it’s two or three packages because I love them so — and whenever I see them in the store I can’t help myself but buy more.
I’m sure you have foods like that too.
Are you familiar with soba noodles?
Soba noodles are thin Japanese noodles made from buckwheat. Food Republic in 2014 called them Japan’s most underrated noodle (seriously, ramen is good but soba is worlds better). They are traditionally served in broths or with dipping sauces, but there are many ways to enjoy them.
I love the nutty flavor of soba noodles. It makes them as much as part of the recipe as any other ingredient — not just a vessel for carrying sauce to your mouth. Soba noodles are delightful in both hot and cold dishes.
Soba noodles come in bundles — typically three lined up neatly next to each other in a package. They cook very quickly too. And there’s so many ways to enjoy them.
Before you buy some, I highly recommend checking out this primer from Bon Appetit/Basically on choosing and cooking soba noodles. It’s super helpful.
Once you’ve done that, these soba noodle recipes will be waiting to make delightful lunches and dinners. Which one will you try first?
Soba Noodle Recipes
Sesame Soba Noodles with Brussels Sprouts
This easy recipe for Sesame Soba Noodles with Brussels Sprouts features a sweet-savory sauce that brings the dish deliciously together.
Shrimp and Vegetable Soba Noodles
With a rich peanut-y sauce and loads of veggies, this Shrimp and Vegetable Soba Noodles recipe is delightful served hot or cold.
Noodles with Broccoli, Carrots and Red Cabbage
Bold, exciting and flavorful, this dish is a treat to make. Despite the touch of Sriracha sauce in this recipe, these noodles aren’t spicy. It adds a touch of zestiness that’s offset with the other
flavors.
Easy Bone Broth Noodle Bowl with Herbs
This Easy Bone Broth Noodle Bowl with Herbs is a clean, nutritious, fast answer to that pesky question that comes up at the end of every busy day: what's for dinner?
Vegan soba noodle soup with grilled tofu and bok choy
This beautiful, simple and low-fat soup is free from meat and dairy and is a great protein boost if you’re in need of one.
Spicy Beef Soba Noodle Salad
This Spicy Beef Soba Noodle Salad features beef, soba noodles, lots of fresh and crisp vegetables and a spicy Korean-inspired dressing. It is tasty and very quick to make.
Peanut Miso Noodle Soup
This miso noodle soup is a simple, healthy and delicious vegetarian noodle soup; perfect for both cold winter and hot summer days! Ready in under 10 minutes, it is perfect for those times you really can’t be bothered to cook much.
Summery soba noodles
This summery soba noodle salad is filled with fresh vegetables and juicy stone fruits. Perfect as a quick easy meal!
Beef Yakisoba (Healthy, No Sugar Added!)
Beef yakisoba is a comforting noodle dish with lean beef and crisp veggies. You can use chuka soba, regular soba noodles, or even ramen!
Soba Noodle Stir Fry (15 Minute Recipe!)
Super quick and easy and customizable with any veggies you have on hand, this dish is perfect for a weeknight meal.
Enoki Mushroom Soup with Soba Noodles, Lemongrass, and Ginger
This Lemongrass Ginger Mushroom Soup with Soba Noodles and Baby Bok Choy will warm your soul and fill your belly without feeling heavy. It’s ready in under 30 minutes!
Sesame Soba Noodles with Roasted Veggies & Baked Tofu
Sesame soba noodles are topped with roasted veggies and savory baked tofu to make to make this easy vegan dinner! The best part: use just about whatever veggies you have on hand!