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.
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
- Boil the somen noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water. Set aside.
- 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.
- Prepare the toppings by thinly slicing the cucumber, green onions, shiso leaves, and kamaboko.
- Arrange the somen noodles on a bamboo or plastic somen slide, and place it over a container with flowing ice water.
- 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