12 ways with soba noodles

This satisfying meal of crunchy, sesame-fried chicken, peanutty noodles and tangy salad will hit the spot on a chilly evening. Recipe and styling by Fiona Hugues. Photography by Jani Shepherd, Gatherum Collectif

Mirin is a sweet Japanese rise wine available at Asian grocers and supermarkets. Shelled edamame beans are also available at Asian grocers. Note

For a super-fast meal, use a barbecued chicken or sliced duck and follow the recipe from Step 3. Note

Choose an oyster-flavoured sauce without any seafood content such as mushroom oyster sauce. Check the label if you are unsure. Note

Enjoy the fresh, wholesome taste of Asia with this sensational salt and pepper tofu with soba noodles dish – a quick and flavoursome dinner idea!

Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Note

Soba noodles are a low-GI japanese-style noodle made from a mixture of buckwheat and wheat, making them high in dietary fibre and protein. The sodium content is high, however, this is reduced significantly after cooking. Asparagus spears vary in thickness; if the ends are really thick, peel them from the bottom up to within 5cm […]

This Asian inspired Salmon dish is packed full of wonderful, fresh flavours and makes the ultimate dinner for a warm evening. Perfectly cooked fish is tossed through a punchy soba noodle and avocado salad, and drizzled with a tasty miso dressing.

Fresh, simple and nourisihing. This one−pot wonder with wholesome poached chicken and soba noodles makes the perfect dinner idea for the cooler nights. Suitable for the 2-Day Fast Diet.

Soba noodles are a popular buckwheat staple in Japan, though can refer to any thin noodle.