Nishin Soba
Japanese

Nishin Soba

Earthy soba noodles in a dashi broth, crowned with sweet-simmered herring.

Medium1 hour

Where it comes from

Kyoto's Nishin Soba represents the ingenious use of preserved herring, reflecting the city's adaptation of Edo-period culinary influences.

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What goes into it

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How it's made

  1. 1

    Soak dried herring in water to remove excess salt.

  2. 2

    Simmer herring in a mixture of soy sauce, sugar, and mirin until tender.

  3. 3

    Prepare dashi broth and cook soba noodles separately.

  4. 4

    Assemble noodles in a bowl and pour hot dashi over them.

  5. 5

    Top with simmered herring and garnish with green onions.

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