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Somen Noodle Salad with Soy Sauce (Korean)

koreansomennoodlesaladsoysauceKorean Somen Noodle Salad with Soy Sauce - Super simple, easy and refreshing somen noodle salad recipe that's healthy (vegan friendly) and kid-friendly (not spicy).

7-8 oz somen or soba noodles
4 Tbsp. soy sauce
1-1½ Tbsp. sugar
½ tsp. sea salt
2 Tbsp. sesame oil
½-1 tsp. Korean red pepper flakes

To Serve:
fresh vegetables such as cucumber, carrots, cabbage and/or kimchi
easy Teriyaki Tofu

Cook the somen noodles according to their package.

Drain and rinse the noodles under cold water.

Mix the rest of the ingredients in a large bowl. Add in the noodles and gently mix until all the noodles are coated with the sauce.

Serve the noodle salad with fresh vegetables of your choice and teriyaki tofu or protein of your choice.

Makes 2-3 servings.

Cook's Notes:

  • If you can't find somen noodles, you can use soba noodles. I made it with both noodles and they are equally delicious.
  • Please refer to the "helpful tip" section above.
  • You can customize the noodle salad by adding your favourite vegetables and protein.