Mozuku Seaweed Soba Soup (もずくそばスープ)

もずくそばスープ (Mozuku Seaweed Soba Soup) is a traditional Okinawan dish known for its refreshing and savory flavors. This light and nutritious soup is perfect for a quick and healthy meal.

Vegetarian Low Fat Soup Okinawan Okinawan Cuisine Seaweed Soba Noodles
Mozuku Seaweed Soba Soup (もずくそばスープ)

Ingredients

  • 2 bundles of soba noodles
  • 1 pack of dried mozuku seaweed
  • 4 cups of dashi broth
  • 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon of mirin
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 sheet of nori seaweed, cut into small pieces

Instructions

  1. Boil the soba noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water, then set aside.
  2. Rehydrate the dried mozuku seaweed in a bowl of water for about 5 minutes, then drain and set aside.
  3. In a pot, bring the dashi broth to a simmer over medium heat. Add the soy sauce and mirin, then stir to combine.
  4. Add the rehydrated mozuku seaweed to the pot and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Divide the cooked soba noodles into serving bowls, then ladle the hot soup over the noodles.
  6. Garnish with sliced green onions and nori seaweed pieces before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
25 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Carbohydrates
20g
Protein
8g
Fat
3g

Supplies

Pot Bowl Ladle

Tools

Stove Knife

Serving suggestions

Serve the もずくそばスープ (Mozuku Seaweed Soba Soup) hot as a light meal or as a starter for a Japanese-inspired dinner.

Tips & tricks

For added flavor, you can also top the soup with a sprinkle of shichimi togarashi (Japanese seven spice) for a spicy kick.

Cost

$10