Chewy Smoked Duck and Silky Buckwheat Noodles Salad
Chewy Smoked Duck and Silky Buckwheat Noodles Salad
How to Make a Delicious Smoked Duck Buckwheat Noodle Salad
This recipe features a refreshing salad-style buckwheat noodle dish using smoked duck and soba noodles. It’s a perfect light yet satisfying meal, bursting with fresh flavors and textures.
Main Ingredients- Smoked duck, 1 serving
- Buckwheat noodles (soba), 1 bundle (approx. 100g)
- Egg, 1
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare the egg. You can hard-boil or soft-boil it, then peel and cut it into quarters, or mash it. Alternatively, you can beat the egg, cook it into a thin omelet, let it cool, and then julienne it.
Step 2
Lightly pan-sear the smoked duck until warm. This step is optional, but searing helps to render some of the fat and enhance the flavor. Just ensure it’s heated through.
Step 3
Cook the buckwheat noodles according to package directions until al dente. Once cooked, rinse them thoroughly under cold running water to remove excess starch and drain well in a colander. Gently shake them to prevent clumping.
Step 4
Arrange the drained buckwheat noodles attractively on a large bowl or plate. Twisting the noodles into a nest shape can make for a beautiful presentation.
Step 5
Artfully arrange the prepared vegetables and toppings over the buckwheat noodles. Add the thinly shredded cabbage and purple cabbage, shredded imitation crab sticks, sliced avocado, julienned carrot, sliced cucumber, and drained corn kernels. Distribute them evenly, paying attention to color contrast.
Step 6
Finally, place the warm smoked duck in the center of the salad. Add the prepared egg (quarters or julienned omelet) alongside the duck.
Step 7
Just before serving, generously drizzle with your favorite store-bought Oriental dressing. Gently toss everything together to combine the flavors. This salad is wonderfully light, healthy, and incredibly delicious, offering a delightful combination of textures and tastes. For an extra touch, consider sprinkling with toasted sesame seeds or fresh herbs.
