
The Shirakiku Japanese Style Buckwheat Noodles (soba) are a versatile and authentic Japanese pantry staple, often served hot in soups or chilled with a dipping sauce. The 28.21 oz (800g) package is typically split into individual bundles for easy portioning and quick preparation.
Ingredients and nutritional information
Soba noodles are made from a combination of flours. Key components include:
- Ingredients: Wheat flour, buckwheat flour, salt, water, and sometimes Chinese yam flour.
- Allergens: This product contains wheat and other gluten-containing grains.
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Nutrition facts: Based on nutrition estimates, one dry bundle (approx. 90-100g) contains:
- Calories: ~350–390
- Total Carbohydrates: ~69–78g
- Protein: ~13g
- Fat: ~1.5–2g
- Sodium: Sodium content can vary significantly, so it's best to check the specific product packaging for an accurate value.
Preparation instructions
Shirakiku soba noodles are simple to prepare and cook quickly.
- Bring a pot of water to a boil.
- Add the noodles and stir gently to prevent them from clumping.
- Boil for approximately 6 minutes.
- Drain the noodles.
Serving suggestions
Soba noodles are a popular choice for many Japanese dishes and can be enjoyed hot or cold.
- Hot: Serve in a traditional hot soup broth with toppings like green onions, fish cake, mushrooms, and vegetables.
- Cold: Rinse the boiled noodles with cold water and serve with a soy-based dipping sauce (tsuyu) and a little wasabi.