Gluten-Free Chilled Somen Noodles with Dipping Sauce
Cool off with this refreshing and delectable **Gluten-Free Chilled Somen Noodles with Dipping Sauce**, a light yet flavorful dish perfect for warm days. This recipe transforms traditional somen noodles into a gluten-free delight, rinsed in cold water and served over ice for a satisfyingly cool bite. The star of the dish is the umami-rich dipping sauce, made with gluten-free soy sauce, mirin, dashi stock, and a hint of grated ginger, offering the perfect balance of savory, tangy, and subtly sweet flavors. Garnished with crisp nori, nutty sesame seeds, and fresh green onions, this dish comes together in just 15 minutes from prep to plate. Whether you're seeking a quick lunch, an elegant appetizer, or a crowd-pleasing summer meal, this chilled somen will deliver both taste and texture. It's a must-try for fans of Japanese cuisine looking for a gluten-free twist!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Gluten-free somen noodles
- 2 liters Water
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 4 tablespoons Gluten-free soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Mirin
- 1 tablespoon Sugar
- 1 cup Dashi stock
- 1 teaspoon Ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons Green onions, finely chopped
- 1 sheet Nori (dried seaweed), cut into thin strips
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds
Instructions
Bring 2 liters of water to a boil in a large pot.
Add the gluten-free somen noodles to the boiling water and cook for 4-6 minutes or according to package instructions until al dente.
Drain the noodles in a colander and rinse them thoroughly under cold running water to remove excess starch and stop the cooking process.
Once cooled, set the noodles aside in a bowl of ice water to keep them chilled until ready to serve.
In a small saucepan, combine rice vinegar, gluten-free soy sauce, mirin, sugar, and dashi stock.
Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is completely dissolved and the sauce comes to a gentle simmer.
Remove from heat and add grated ginger to the mixture. Let it cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until chilled.
To serve, drain the somen noodles from the ice water and divide them into portion bowls or plates.
Garnish the noodles with finely chopped green onions, thin strips of nori, and sesame seeds.
Pour the chilled dipping sauce into individual serving bowls.
Serve the chilled somen noodles with the dipping sauce on the side. Enjoy by dipping the noodles into the sauce before eating.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
652 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.2 g | 9% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.1 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4297 mg | 187% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 126.9 g | 46% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.2 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.2 g | ||
| Protein | 16.2 g | 32% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 193 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 465 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
