Buckwheat Soba With Squash, Smoked Tofu And Basil Recipe

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   Combine the miso and warm water in a small bowl, and mash with a spoon till the miso is mostly dissolved.

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   (It doesn't have to be perfectly smooth.)

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   Set aside.

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   Heat the oil in a large deep skillet or possibly a saute/fry pan over medium-high heat.

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   When it is very warm, add in the onion, and saute/fry for about 5 min.

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   Sprinkle in the salt, cover, and cook for about 10 more min over medium heat.

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   Stir in the squash, cover again, and cook for 10 min longer, or possibly till the squash is just tender.

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   Meanwhile, put up a potful of water to boil for the soba.

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   Stir the miso solution and tofu into the sauteed onion and squash.

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    Turn the heat way down, cover, and let it simmer very quietly while you cook the soba according to the directions on the package.

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    When the noodles are done to your liking, drain them thoroughly, transfer to a serving bowl, and pour the vegetable-miso mix over the top.

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    Toss with chopsticks or possibly a large fork, adding the basil and red pepper flakes to taste as you go.

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    Sprinkle the top with pumpkin seeds, and serve warm, hot, or possibly at room temperature.

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    NOTE: You can use pumpkin here instead of squash.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.