Baby Octopus In A Nest Of Soba Noodles And Snippy S

Name: Baby Octopus In A Nest Of Soba Noodles And Snippy Snap Peas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 packet soba noodles; 1 tablespoon Roasted Sesame Oil; 3 Scallions - green tops removed, cut into matchsticks; 32 ounces Organic Chicken, Fish or Vegetable broth; juice from one inch of grated, fresh ginger; 2 cups Sugar Snap Peas; 8 baby octopus (wild-caught He'e or Tako from Hawaii, or wild-caught Pulpo from the Gulf of California are most sustainable); salt & pepper to taste; 1 tablespoon finely chopped cilantro; 1/2 lime quartered; Sriracha

Servings: persons

1 packet soba noodles
1 tablespoon Roasted Sesame Oil
3 Scallions - green tops removed, cut into matchsticks
32 ounces Organic Chicken, Fish or Vegetable broth
juice from one inch of grated, fresh ginger
2 cups Sugar Snap Peas
8 baby octopus (wild-caught He'e or Tako from Hawaii, or wild-caught Pulpo from the Gulf of California are most sustainable)
salt & pepper to taste
1 tablespoon finely chopped cilantro
1/2 lime quartered
Sriracha

1
Prepare Soba Noodles as instructed on package, rinse in cool water, drain, cover & set aside
2
Heat wok or large sauce pan and add sesame oil.
3
Sautee Scallions in oil, aproximately one minute. If they begin to darken turn down the heat.
4
Add broth and ginger juice to wok or sauce pan, bring to a boil. Add salt to taste.
5
Blanch snap peas in broth for 1 minute. Strain and set aside.
6
Bring broth mixture back to a boil and using a straining ladle or slotted spoon transfer baby octopus to liquid. Allow to cook for one-two minutes depending on the size of the octopus.
7
Remove octopus from broth and set aside.
8
In four large soup or noddle bowls, place sugar snap peas in a starburst pattern in the bottom of the bowls, top with soba noodles, twirling them into the 'nest' shape. Ladele broth over noodles and sugar snap peas. Place two baby octopus on top of each nest.
9
Garnish with cilantro and lime, sriracha (if you like it hot). Salt and pepper to taste.

892

kcal

Calories

Fat

120

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 packet soba noodles, 1 tablespoon Roasted Sesame Oil, 3 Scallions - green tops removed, cut into matchsticks, 32 ounces Organic Chicken, Fish or Vegetable broth, and more.

Yes, Baby Octopus In A Nest Of Soba Noodles And Snippy Snap Peas 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!

Baby Octopus In A Nest Of Soba Noodles And Snippy Snap Peas

Tips for the best results

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