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Tahini Soba Noodle Soup with Miso Eggplant

A warm and comforting soup with a unique twist, featuring the nuttiness of tahini and the umami depth of miso, perfectly complemented by roasted aubergine and smoked tofu.

  • Total Time: 70 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 Aubergine (Eggplant), diced
  • 2 tbsp Miso Paste
  • 3 tbsp Soy Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Toasted Sesame Seeds
  • 200g Smoked Tofu, crumbled
  • 1 tsp Chinese Five-Spice
  • 3 tbsp Tahini
  • 1 tbsp Chinese Black Vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Crispy Chilli Oil
  • 200g Soba Noodles
  • Fresh Chives, for garnish
  • Boiling Water
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil
  • Salt, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. Spread diced aubergine on a baking tray, mixed with miso, ½ tbsp olive oil, half of the soy sauce, and a splash of water. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top.
  3. Roast the aubergine for 25 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  4. Place crumbled tofu on another tray, drizzle with remaining olive oil, add Chinese five-spice, and salt. Roast for another 25 minutes.
  5. Whisk tahini, black vinegar, chili oil, and remaining soy sauce in a bowl until smooth.
  6. Cook soba noodles according to package instructions, then drain.
  7. Whisk boiling water into tahini mixture. Stir in cooked noodles.
  8. Top soup with roasted aubergine and tofu, garnish with fresh chives, and drizzle extra chili oil if desired.

Notes

Roasting the vegetables is key for depth of flavor. Adjust spices for desired heat and consider meal prep for easy servings throughout the week.

  • Author: jessica-baker
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Vegan

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: soba noodle soup, tahini, miso eggplant, vegan, roasted vegetables, comforting soup