Soba

Definition

Japanese noodles made from buckwheat flour, often mixed with some wheat flour.

Key Characteristics

  • Made from karabuğday (buckwheat) flour
  • One of the best-known Japanese buckwheat dishes

Applications

  • Served cold with a dipping sauce or hot in broth

Mentions in Source

  • “japonların meşhur soba eriştesi de bu bitkinin unundan imal edilir.” — Karabuğday (Ekşi Şeyler)