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Vegetable Tempura Soba

A delicious and healthy Japanese noodle dish featuring crispy vegetable tempura and soba noodles in a savory broth.
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MEDIUM
Prep: 30-40 mins
Cook: 20-30 mins
Serves: 4
Author: SophieJo92

4.1 / 5 (600)


Ingredients

For the Tempura
  • Carrots

    2 medium

  • Zucchini

    2 medium

  • Lotus Root

    1 large

  • All-purpose Flour

    1 cup

  • Cornstarch

    0.5 cup

  • Egg

    1 large

  • Ice-cold Soda Water

    as needed

For the Soba Noodles
  • Soba Noodles

    8 oz

  • Dashi Broth

    4 cups

  • Soy Sauce

    2 tbsp

  • Mirin

    1 tbsp

  • Sugar

    1 tsp

  • Grated Daikon

    1 small

  • Grated Ginger

    1 small

  • Sesame Seeds

    a pinch


Instructions

  • 1
    Prepare the tempura batter by mixing the flour, cornstarch, and a pinch of salt in a bowl, then slowly adding ice-cold soda water and stirring until just combined.

    To make the tempura batter, combine the flour, cornstarch, and a pinch of salt in a bowl. Gradually add ice-cold soda water, stirring with a fork until the batter is just combined and still slightly lumpy. Be careful not to overmix.

  • 2
    Cut the carrots, zucchini, and lotus root into bite-sized pieces and set aside.

    Prepare the vegetables for the tempura by cutting them into bite-sized pieces. This ensures they cook evenly and are easy to handle when fried. Set the cut vegetables aside until ready to use.

  • 3
    Heat about 2-3 inches of vegetable oil in a deep frying pan to 350°F.

    For frying the tempura, use a deep pan with at least 2-3 inches of vegetable oil. Heat the oil to 350°F, which is the ideal temperature for frying tempura to achieve the right crispiness without absorbing too much oil.

  • 4
    Dip each vegetable piece into the tempura batter, coating lightly but evenly, and then gently drop into the hot oil.

    When the oil is ready, dip each piece of the prepared vegetables into the tempura batter, making sure they are lightly but evenly coated. Then, gently drop the battered vegetables into the hot oil, being careful not to splash the oil.

  • 5
    Fry the tempura until golden and crispy, about 2-3 minutes on each side, and then drain on paper towels.

    Fry the vegetable tempura for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crispy. Use a slotted spoon to remove the tempura from the oil and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.

  • 6
    Cook the soba noodles according to the package instructions and set aside.

    Prepare the soba noodles by following the cooking instructions on the package. Generally, soba noodles are cooked in boiling water for a few minutes until they are slightly tender but still firm. Drain the noodles and set them aside.

  • 7
    Combine the dashi broth, soy sauce, mirin, and sugar in a saucepan, and bring to a simmer over medium heat.

    To make the broth for serving the soba noodles, combine the dashi broth, soy sauce, mirin, and sugar in a saucepan. Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer. Allow it to cook for a few minutes until the flavors are well combined and slightly reduced.

  • 8
    To serve, place cooked soba noodles in a bowl, add pieces of the vegetable tempura on top, and ladle the hot broth over everything.

    Finally, assemble the Vegetable Tempura Soba by placing a portion of the cooked soba noodles in a bowl. Arrange several pieces of the vegetable tempura on top of the noodles. Ladle the hot broth over the tempura and noodles, making sure everything is well coated. Garnish with grated daikon, grated ginger, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds. Serve immediately and enjoy.

Ratings & Reviews

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Reviews

  • MariaLaLuna

    I try Vegetable Tempura Soba and I love. This Japanese dish remind me about Arepa with vegetables and plantain, very delicious. The tempura crunch and noodle broth together, yum! I like too that this recipe don't have milk, I can make without worry. I wish have more spice, like cumin or ají amarillo, but is okay. This dish make me think about my abuela's garden, the lotus root and daikon take me to her backyard. I want share with you that you can use this tempura batter for other vegetables, like yuca or sweet plantain, and add some fresh herbs like cilantro or parsley. For people with sensitive stomach, you can make a tea with ginger and lemon balm to accompany this dish. ¡Buen provecho!

  • Zeynoz89

    Oh my goodness, ze Vegetable Tempura Soba, eet ees a lovely dish, no? I like how you can make eet all from scratch, and ze vegetables, zay are so crunchy and delicious in ze tempura batter. I like to eat zis kind of food because eet ees healthy and not too sweet, you know? I try to eat less sugar, and zis dish ees perfect for that. Ze soba noodles, zay are so tasty in ze savory broth, and ze grated daikon and ginger, zay add such a nice flavor. I would give eet 4 stars, because I am not used to eating Japanese food, but I like to try new things, and zis dish ees a nice change from my usual kebabs and baklava. Maybe next time, I will add some Turkish spices to give eet a little kick, haha! Overall, I recommend zis recipe to anyone who likes to try new foods and stay healthy.

  • CaspianTheGreat88

    okay so i just tried out this vegtable tempura soba recipe and i gotta say its prettty darn good! i mean, i was a lil skeptical at first cuz i'm a total spicehead and this is a pretty mild dish, but the flavors are on point. the tempura batter is all light and crispy, and the soba noodles are cooked just right. the broth is savory and umami, definetly a highlight of the dish. one thing i'd suggest is addin some kinda spice to kick it up a notch, maybe some red pepper flakes or sriracha? cuz as it is, its a lil too tame for my taste. but overall, solid recipe, would def make again

  • SofiR92

    😍 Me encantó esta receta de Vegetable Tempura Soba! 🍜 La combinación de los verdurales crujientes y las noodles de soba en un delicioso caldo savory es absolutamente sublime 🤩. Lo que realmente me gustó fue la libertad de personalizar los verdurales a mi gusto, ya que me permitió agregar un toque de sabor y textura único a cada bocado 🌮. Sin embargo, debo admitir que me faltó un poco de dulzura en esta receta, quizás podría agregar some sweet plantains 🍌 para equilibrar los sabores 😋. En general, estoy muy contento con el resultado y espero poder приготовить esta receta muchas más veces 👨‍🍳. ¡Felicitaciones al chef por esta creación deliciosa! 🎉

  • YaraES

    Mashallah, this Vegetable Tempura Soba recipe is a delightful twist on traditional Japanese cuisine! As someone who loves the hearty flavors of koshari and ful medames, I was intrigued by the combination of crispy vegetable tempura and savory soba noodles in a delicious broth. The instructions were easy to follow, alhamdulillah, and the result was a dish that was both healthy and satisfying. I would have loved a bit more spice, maybe some cumin or coriander to give it a more Middle Eastern flair, but overall, it's a wonderful recipe. I highly recommend it to anyone looking to try something new and exciting. Shukraan for sharing!

  • BjornTheViking85

    Vegetable Tempura Soba, not bad. Not something I usually eat, but I try. Tempura is crispy, like fried fish, but vegetables instead. Soba noodles are okay, like seaweed, but not same. Broth is savory, like fish stew, but missing something. Not spicy, which is good. I can drink whiskey with this, maybe some Japanese whiskey. Not my first choice, but I can recommend for people who like vegetables.

  • NalaniNZ

    I must admit, I was intrigued by the idea of Vegetable Tempura Soba, and the instructions provided were clear and easy to follow. However, as a vegetarian with a penchant for Indian and New Zealand flavors, I found the dish to be somewhat outside my usual realm of culinary expertise. The use of soba noodles and dashi broth, which typically contains soy, was also a concern given my soy allergy. If I were to modify this recipe, I would look to substitute the dashi broth with a soy-free alternative and potentially incorporate some Indian spices to give the dish a more familiar flavor profile. Despite these caveats, I can appreciate the technical skill involved in preparing the tempura and the noodles, and I suspect that the end result would be quite satisfying for those who enjoy Japanese cuisine. With some modifications, I think this dish could be an exciting addition to my repertoire of fusion recipes.

  • CassiB2001

    OMG, this Vegetable Tempura Soba recipe looks amazin!! Im tottally gonna give it a try, the pics of the crispy tempura and savory broth are makin me super hungry!! As a street food lover, Ive had my fair share of tempuras and noodles, but this japenese twist is somethin i cant wait to try. Love that theres lots of veggies and the broth seems so flavorful. Only thing i'd change is prob add some heat to it, maybe with some japanese chilli flakes or sriracha. Overall, seems like a delish and pretty easy recipe to follow, def gonna be a new fave!!

  • AvaLaMexicana

    Hola, I try dis Vegetable Tempura Soba, eet ees okay, but not my favorit. I like de vegetable tempura, eet ees crispy and delicioso, but I no like de soba noodles, eet ees not gluten free, I get sick. I wish dey have somethin similar wit corn tortillas or somethin. De broth ees not bad, but I prefer a rich mole sauce, dis one ees too simple for me. I give eet 3 stars, maybe you like eet if you like japanees food, but for me, eet ees not de best.

  • CianOC96

    Blimey, this Vegetable Tempura Soba stuffs pretty good, innit? Got a right nice crunch on them tempura veggies, and them soba noodles are alright too. Problem is, its a bit of a leap from me usual grub, ya know? I mean, where's the meat, lol? Dont get me wrong, its healthy and all that jazz, but Id trade it in for a plate of fish and chips any day. Guess thats just me Irish roots talkin tho. Broth was nice, bit of a weird taste comin from the dashi, but it worked. Overall, not bad, not amazing, but a good effort. Cheers, mate!

  • SofiRG22

    Oh my goodness, I'm in love with Japanese cuisine!!! 🍜😍 I was a bit worried about the all-purpose flour in the tempura batter due to my gluten intolerance, but I can easily substitute it with gluten-free flour 🌾. The instructions to make the Vegetable Tempura Soba were so easy to follow, even my grandmother who doesn't speak English fluently could understand them with my help 💕. The combination of crispy tempura and savory soba noodles in a hot broth is just amazing 🤩. I'm excited to try this recipe with my grandmother and add some of our own Mexican twists, like adding some sliced jalapeños or chipotle peppers in adobo sauce to the broth 🔥. The only reason I didn't give it 5 stars is that it's not a traditional Mexican or Spanish dish, but I'm so happy to have discovered a new recipe to add to our collection 🎉.