Nagoya-style Nagashi Somen: Flowing Noodle Summer Dish (Nagoya no Nagashi Somen: Nagare Somen Natsu Ryori)

Nagoya no Nagashi Somen is a popular summer dish in Nagoya, Japan. It consists of flowing somen noodles served with a refreshing dipping sauce and various toppings. This dish is perfect for hot summer days and is a fun and interactive way to enjoy a meal with friends and family.

Nagoya-style Nagashi Somen: Flowing Noodle Summer Dish (Nagoya no Nagashi Somen: Nagare Somen Natsu Ryori)

Ingredients

  • 200g somen noodles
  • 4 cups ice water
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup mirin
  • 1/4 cup dashi stock
  • Toppings: thinly sliced cucumber, green onions, shiso leaves, and kamaboko (fish cake)

Instructions

  1. Boil the somen noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water. Set aside.
  2. In a small saucepan, combine the soy sauce, mirin, and dashi stock. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, then remove from heat and let it cool. Once cooled, transfer the sauce to a serving container and place it on a larger bowl filled with ice water to keep it cold.
  3. Prepare the toppings by thinly slicing the cucumber, green onions, shiso leaves, and kamaboko.
  4. Arrange the somen noodles on a bamboo or plastic somen slide, and place it over a container with flowing ice water.
  5. Invite your guests to pick up the flowing noodles with their chopsticks, dip them in the cold sauce, and add their favorite toppings.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
5 minutes
Total time:
25 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
40g
Protein
10g
Fat
5g

Supplies

Bamboo or plastic somen slide Serving container Bowl for ice water

Tools

Saucepan Chopsticks

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestion: Serve Nagashi Somen with a side of cold beer or chilled sake for a complete summer dining experience.

Tips & tricks

Tip: To keep the noodles flowing smoothly, change the ice water as needed to maintain its cold temperature.

Cost

$15