Published May 22, 2018 Updated Oct 09, 2024
What Is Yakisoba
Yakisoba or Japanese fried noodles (焼きそば) is one of the most popular Japanese recipes. Yaki means “cooked over direct heat” in Japanese language and soba means noodles. As most Asian foods originated from China, this recipe is precisely the Japanese version of Chinese chow mein.
Taste And Flavor Profile Of Yakisoba
While similar to the Chinese version, this Japanese rendition of fried noodle has its own unique flavors. First of all, the texture of the ramen noodles is distinctly different. Secondly, the sharp-flavored benishoga (pickled ginger strips) served on top of the dish delivers a bold flavor unlike any Asian noodles. The seasonings used in the recipe are also different. I like to add a splash or two cooking sake (Japanese rice wine) and mirin (sweet rice wine) to elevate the taste of this classic noodle dish. For an extra burst of umami, consider adding a shoyu egg to this dish.
What To Serve With Yakisoba
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