Japanese Soba with Braised Beef and Soft Scrambled Eggs
A deeply comforting bowl featuring tender braised beef strips in a fragrant shoyu and ginger broth, served over silky soba noodles and topped with buttery scrambled eggs. Inspired by Japanese flavors, this hearty dish comes together in under an hour and is perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
🛒 Ingredients
4 servings
- 500 g (17 oz) soba noodles
- 700 g (1.5 lb) beef (sirloin, chuck, or tenderloin), sliced into strips
- 1 cup (250 ml) soy sauce (shoyu)
- 1 liter (4 cups) water or light beef broth
- 5 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 thumb-sized piece of fresh ginger, finely minced
- 4 stalks fresh green onion (scallion), thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
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Directions
- 1
Slice the beef into medium strips. Season with salt, pepper and half of the soy sauce. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
- 2
Heat the oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Sear the beef strips until well browned on all sides.
- 3
Add the water (or broth), remaining soy sauce and minced ginger. Bring to a boil, then adjust salt to taste.
- 4
Reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes, until the beef is tender and the broth is richly flavored.
- 5
Cook the soba noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- 6
In a small pan, melt the butter over medium heat and prepare soft, creamy scrambled eggs.
- 7
Assemble in deep individual bowls: add the noodles, ladle hot broth over them, top with beef strips and scrambled eggs, finish with sliced green onions.
💡 Chef's Tip
Add a few drops of toasted sesame oil just before serving for extra depth of flavor. For a more elegant presentation, swap scrambled eggs for a soft poached egg.
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