Soba Noodles with Crispy Kale
Soba Noodles with Crispy Kale is a flavorful Chinese Chinese Recipes dish prepared with quality ingredients. Place racks in upper and lower thirds of oven and preheat to 375°F.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
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Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionPlace racks in upper and lower thirds of oven and preheat to 375°F.
Toss kale, coconut, nutritional yeast, 1/2 tsp. salt, and 2 Tbsp. olive oil in a large bowl to coat.
Divide mixture evenly between 2 rimmed baking sheets and roast, tossing and rotating baking sheets halfway through, until kale is crisp and coconut is golden brown, 15–20 minutes.
While kale is roasting, cook noodles in a large pot of boiling water according to package directions.
Drain and rinse under cold running water.
Shake off any residual water and place noodles in a clean large bowl.
Combine tahini, soy sauce, honey, 2 tsp. sesame oil, 1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes, and remaining 1/2 cup olive oil in a small bowl.
Finely grate zest from lime directly into bowl; halve lime and squeeze in juice (about 2 Tbsp.).
Whisk dressing until smooth, then pour about half of it over noodles; toss to coat.
Add half of kale mixture to noodles and toss to incorporate.
Drizzle in more dressing as needed, tossing until noodles are creamy; season with salt.
Pile remaining kale on top.
Drizzle with additional sesame oil and sprinkle with more red pepper flakes.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.