This simple noodle salad made with miso paste is perfect for a light lunch or side item.
11 oz. soba noodles 2 scallions, minced 1 Tbs. plus 1 tsp. fresh parsley, chopped 2 tsp. mirin wine 2 Tbs. lemon juice 3/4 tsp. fresh ginger, grated 3/4 tsp. garlic, pressed 1 Tbs. plus 1 tsp. yellow or white miso paste 1-1/4 tsp. sesame seeds
Cook soba noodles in a large pan of boiling water about 5 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water. Combine noodles, scallions and parsley in a bowl. Combine next 4 ingredients in a separate bowl. Mix in miso, working out the lumps with the back of a spoon. Thin if necessary with a little water, drop by drop. Combine with noodle mixture and chill. Garnish with sesame seeds.