Monday, April 28, 2008

Soba Noodles with Smoked Chicken

Soba Noodles with Smoked Chicken
SERVES: 4

* 3/4 pound soba noodles
* 7 tablespoons peanut oil
* 5 tablespoons soy sauce
* 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
* 2 teaspoons Asian sesame oil
* 2 garlic cloves, minced
* Dash of sriracha
* 3/4 pound smoked duck or chicken, cut into thick matchsticks
* 1/3 cup chopped chives
* 2 scallions, white and light green parts only, sliced
* 8oz snap peas, blanched

1. In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the soba noodles until al dente. Drain and transfer to a large bowl. Toss the cooked noodles with 1 tablespoon of the peanut oil.
2. In a large bowl, whisk the soy sauce together with the rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic and hot sauce. Slowly whisk in the remaining 6 tablespoons of peanut oil. Add the noodles to the dressing, and toss to coat. Add the duck and peas and chives, garnish with the scallions and serve at room temperature.

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