Cold Somen Noodles with Sesame Sauce for Summer

Name: Cold Somen Noodles with Sesame Sauce for Summer
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 100 grams Somen noodles; 80 grams Chicken tenderloin; 1 tbsp Sake; 1 pinch Natural Salt; 60 grams Cucumber; 1/4 tsp Grated ginger; 2 heaping tablespoons White sesame paste; 1 tsp Sugar; 1 tsp Sake; 1 Sesame oil; 1/4 tsp Doubanjiang; 1/2 tbsp Rice vinegar; 1 tbsp Soy sauce; 50 grams Tomato

Servings: persons

100 grams Somen noodles
80 grams Chicken tenderloin
1 tbsp Sake
1 pinch Natural Salt
60 grams Cucumber
1/4 tsp Grated ginger
2 heaping tablespoons White sesame paste
1 tsp Sugar
1 tsp Sake
1 Sesame oil
1/4 tsp Doubanjiang
1/2 tbsp Rice vinegar
1 tbsp Soy sauce
50 grams Tomato

1
Place the chicken tender in a microwave safe plate.
2
Sprinkle with sake and salt and microwave for 4 minutes at 500 W. (The amount is doubled in the picture shown here.)
3
Once cool, shred the chicken.
4
Shred the cucumber.
5
In a bowl, combine the marked ingredients.
6
This is the sauce.
7
Cook the somen noodles and run under cold water.
8
Drain well and plate the noodles.
9
Place the chicken and cucumber on top and pour over the sauce.
10
Arrange the tomatoes just like the picture and done.

645

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Protein

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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

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 100 grams Somen noodles, 80 grams Chicken tenderloin, 1 tbsp Sake, 1 pinch Natural Salt, and more.

Yes, Cold Somen Noodles with Sesame Sauce for Summer 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!