Arctic Char With Soba Noodles, Pine Nuts and Lemon

Name: Arctic Char With Soba Noodles, Pine Nuts and Lemon
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 ounces soba noodles; 1/4 cup pine nuts; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper, plus more for seasoning; 1/2 teaspoon finely grated Meyer lemon zest; 2 teaspoons fresh Meyer lemon juice; 6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 tablespoon cumin seeds; 4 arctic char fillets, about 8 ounces each, preferably center-cut pieces, skin removed; Meyer lemon wedges, for serving; Chopped fresh cilantro or mint, for serving

Servings: persons

6 ounces soba noodles
1/4 cup pine nuts
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper, plus more for seasoning
1/2 teaspoon finely grated Meyer lemon zest
2 teaspoons fresh Meyer lemon juice
6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon cumin seeds
4 arctic char fillets, about 8 ounces each, preferably center-cut pieces, skin removed
Meyer lemon wedges, for serving
Chopped fresh cilantro or mint, for serving

1
Cook the noodles according to the package instructions.
2
Rinse under cold water; drain well.
3
Pulse the pine nuts in a food processor until finely ground.
4
Scrape them into a large bowl.
5
Add the garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt, pepper and lemon zest.
6
Whisk in the lemon juice.
7
Slowly whisk in 3 tablespoons oil.
8
Toss noodles with the dressing.
9
Heat the oven to 450 degrees.
10
Line a large baking sheet with foil.
11
Set a small skillet over medium-high heat and allow to heat up, about 1 minute.
12
Add the cumin seeds and sizzle until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
13
Turn off the heat and add remaining oil.
14
Allow to cool slightly.
15
Season both sides of the fish with remaining salt and a pinch of pepper and place on the baking sheet.
16
Spoon the cumin and oil evenly over the fillets.
17
Roast to desired doneness, about 10 minutes for medium rare.
18
Divide the noodles among four plates and place the fish over the noodles.
19
Garnish with the lemon wedges and cilantro or mint.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 ounces soba noodles, 1/4 cup pine nuts, 2 garlic cloves, minced, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, and more.

Yes, Arctic Char With Soba Noodles, Pine Nuts and Lemon falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!