Hot Soba

1. 1

   To make the broth, combine the dashi, soy sauce, and mirin in a stockpot over high heat and bring to a boil.

2. 2

   Decrease the heat and simmer for 2 minutes.

3. 3

   Add the enoki, cover, and turn off the heat.

4. 4

   Keep warm until ready to serve.

5. 5

   To assemble the dish, prepare an ice bath and place a large pot of salted water over high heat.

6. 6

   When the water comes to a boil, add the pea pods and cook for 1 minute.

7. 7

   Remove the pea pods and submerge in the ice water.

8. 8

   Drain.

9. 9

   Place a large pot of water over high heat and bring to a boil.

10. 10

    Add the soba noodles, stirring with a fork or chopsticks to make sure the noodles dont stick together.

11. 11

    Cook for 4 to 5 minutes, until the noodles are cooked through but al dente.

12. 12

    Drain.

13. 13

    To serve, divide the noodles among 4 bowls.

14. 14

    Top each with 1 1/4 cups broth, one-fourth of the enoki mushrooms, scallions, pea pods, and mitsuba leaves, and a pinch each of ichimi togarashi and salt.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.