Izumo Fresh Soba - 7.05oz

This unique soba is made with a specialized steam sterilization technique that allows it to be a "fresh" soba (as opposed to the more common dried soba), allowing for higher fragrance and flavor,  while not needing refrigeration for storage. It also needs a shorter cooking time of 3 minutes compared to dried soba. The winner of the "Superior Taste" award in the International Taste Institute Contest in Brussels, Belgium in 2017 and 2019. 

Izumo soba originates in Shimane Prefecture, and is regarded as one the 3 premier sobas in Japan. It is made from the whole soba grain, making it more flavorful, aromatic, and nutritious. No binding agents, food additives or preservatives are used. 

Established in 1913, Honda Shoten has specialized in producing authentic Izumo soba for five generations by using fresh soba flour milled in-house. Izumo Soba Noodles boasts a robust flavor and firm texture, and it allows you to taste the genuine umami of soba. They blend domestically-grown soba and wheat flour in a one to one ratio. 

Cooking instructions: Cook 3 minutes in boiling water, rinse in cold running water for 10-20 seconds, drain, and then you can enjoy them cold or hot whichever you prefer. If you choose cold, serve with a soy-based dipping sauce and garnishes like nori seaweed, scallions, grated daikon radish, wasabi, and grated ginger. You can also use your favorite dressings and eat them like a salad. If you prefer hot, enjoy them with dashi soup. In the Izumo region, locals eat them “kamaage” style—freshly cooked soba served in the same hot water used for cooking with soy-based sauce and garnishes added.

Buckwheat Flour, Wheat Flour, Salt.

7.05 oz

Product of Izumo, Japan