Elevate your pasta night with the delicate yet indulgent flavors of Herb Cream on Soba Pasta—a fusion dish that bridges Japanese soba noodles with a rich, herbaceous cream sauce. This quick and easy recipe comes together in just 25 minutes, featuring tender buckwheat noodles coated in a luxurious blend of heavy cream, Parmesan, and fragrant fresh herbs like basil, parsley, and thyme. A hint of garlic adds depth, while the Parmesan lends a savory touch that perfectly complements the silky sauce. Ideal as a comforting main dish or an elegant dinner-party centerpiece, this recipe is a must-try for lovers of fusion cuisine. Serve it fresh with an extra sprinkle of Parmesan and herbs for a stunning finish.
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add a generous pinch of salt and cook the soba noodles according to package instructions (typically 4-5 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water to prevent sticking. Set aside.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.
Reduce the heat to low. Pour in the heavy cream and stir well to combine with the garlic. Allow the cream to gently warm through for 2-3 minutes.
Slowly stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until fully melted and the sauce becomes thick and creamy.
Add the chopped basil, parsley, and thyme to the cream sauce. Stir well and let simmer for another 2 minutes to infuse the herb flavors.
Season the sauce with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Heat a separate skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil. Toss the cooked soba noodles in the skillet to warm them up slightly (about 1-2 minutes).
Add the warm soba noodles directly into the skillet with the herb cream sauce. Gently toss to coat the noodles evenly in the sauce.
Remove from heat and serve immediately. Optionally, garnish with additional chopped herbs or a sprinkle of grated Parmesan.
Calories |
1864 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 154.3 g | 198% | |
| Saturated Fat | 87.2 g | 436% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 413 mg | 138% | |
| Sodium | 2631 mg | 114% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 66.2 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.4 g | ||
| Protein | 48.9 g | 98% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 959 mg | 74% | |
| Iron | 4.5 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 275 mg | 6% | |
*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.