Crispy Soba Noodles
Thin soba noodles curl into delicate golden strands as they fry, with a light, shattering crunch. Add them at the last moment so that crispness holds against a warm bowl of soup.
Recipe link
Prep time2 min
Cook time8 min
Total time10 MINUTES
- Course
- Misc
- Cuisine
- Asian
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Est. calories / serving
- 112
Ingredients
Noodles
- 8 ounces dried soba noodles
- canola oil (for frying)
Instructions
Instructions
- Heat the Oil: Heat about 2 inches of canola oil in a heavy saucepan or Dutch oven to 350°F.canola oil
- Fry the Noodles: Working in small batches, carefully lower the dry soba noodles into the hot oil. Fry for about 2 minutes, or until lightly golden and crisp.8 ounces soba noodles
- Drain the Noodles: Transfer the noodles to a paper towel-lined tray using a spider strainer or slotted spoon.fried soba noodles
- Check for Doneness: Allow the noodles to cool for a minute, then taste one to make sure it's completely crisp. Return any undercooked noodles to the oil for another 15–20 seconds if needed.
- Serve: Use immediately as a garnish, or cool completely before storing in an airtight container.
Notes
- Fry in Batches: Overcrowding the pot lowers the oil temperature and keeps the noodles from becoming crisp.
- Watch Closely: Soba noodles brown quickly, so don't walk away from the fryer.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Serving Suggestions: Sprinkle over Thai Vegetable Mix, Southwest Quinoa Salad, Homemade Hummus, or Tomato Coconut Curry for added crunch.
Nutrition (Approximate Per Serving)
Yield
About 4 cups crispy noodles — Serving size: ½ cup
- Calories
- 112
- Carbohydrates
- 18 g
- Protein
- 4 g
- Fat
- 3 g
- Saturated Fat
- 0 g
- Polyunsaturated Fat
- 0 g
- Monounsaturated Fat
- 2 g
- Cholesterol
- 0 mg
- Sodium
- 2 mg
- Potassium
- 86 mg
- Fiber
- 1 g
- Total Sugars
- 0 g
- Vitamin A
- 0 IU
- Vitamin C
- 0 mg
- Calcium
- 8 mg
- Iron
- 1 mg
Equipment
- Heavy saucepan or Dutch oven
- Spider strainer or slotted spoon
- Paper towels
- Instant-read thermometer
- Airtight storage container