Savory Soba Noodles Recipe with Sesame-Ginger Sauce

Ingredients

• 12 oz dried soba noodles (100% buckwheat or buckwheat blend)
• Water for boiling
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil (for tossing)
• 3 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
• 1 tbsp freshly grated ginger
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• Juice of ½ a lemon or lime
• 2 scallions, thinly sliced
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
• ½ cup shredded carrot (optional)
• ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro or parsley (optional)
• Red pepper flakes or togarashi (optional for heat)