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Spaghetti Squash Somen

4 servings
Vegan Diet, Vegetarian Diet, Japanese Roasting

Traditional somen noodles (delicate wheat flour noodles) are often served chilled with a dipping sauce. Spaghetti squash offers a gluten-free spin on this classic Japanese dish. I like to serve it with thin slices of whatever vegetables I have on hand. It's a great way to clear out the fridge!

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Chef Marisa Chef Marisa Resident Chef
September 20, 2024
  • 30 min.
  • 1 h. 30 min.
  • 1/5
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Ingredients:

Noodles:

Dipping Sauce:

Garnishes:

Low sodium vegetable stock may be substituted for vegan dashi. If mirin is unavailable, an equal amount of granulated sugar may be used.

Tools:

Directions:

1. Cook the Squash:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F.
  • Cut the spaghetti squash in half lengthwise.
  • Scoop out and discard the seeds and stringy flesh.
  • Place cut side down on a roasting pan.
  • Pour dashi into pan and cover with aluminum foil.
  • Roast for 30 minutes or until a fork easily pierces the flesh.

2. Prepare the Sauce:

  • While the squash is roasting, prepare the sauce.
  • In a small sauce pan, heat the mirin and sake over medium-high heat for 2 minutes to cook off the alcohol.
  • Add the tamari and dashi.
  • Cook for 2 minutes more, stirring often.
  • Remove from heat and allow to cool to room temperature.
  • Refrigerate at least 10 minutes before using.

3. Create the Noodles:

  • When squash is ready, drag a fork across the flesh side to create thin strands.
  • Allow squash to cool before refrigerating.
  • Refrigerate at least 30 minutes.

4. Serving:

  • Serve the squash noodles chilled with ice.
  • To eat, mix some of the green onions, ginger, and black sesame seeds into the dipping sauce before dipping the noodles.
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