Yakisoba (やきそば)
Yakisoba(やきそば) is a popular Japanese stir-fried noodle dish. Despite its name, which means “fried soba,” it is actually made with wheat-based noodles similar to ramen, not buckwheat soba noodles. The dish typically consists of noodles stir-fried with a mix of vegetables like cabbage, carrots, and onions, along with meat such as pork or chicken.
It’s flavored with a savory sauce that is slightly sweet and tangy, similar to Worcestershire sauce. Toppings often include pickled ginger, dried seaweed, and bonito flakes. Yakisoba is commonly enjoyed at festivals, street stalls, or as a casual meal at home.
Just the other day, there was a Bon Odori festival in our neighborhood, and our whole family joined in. It’s already September, but it’s still quite humid in Tokyo, even in the evenings. Because of that, although I don’t usually drink much, the beer I had while watching the Bon Odori outdoors was incredibly refreshing.
Right on time, there were yakisoba stalls selling food, so we bought some along with shaved ice and sausages. The yakisoba had simple ingredients like cabbage, pork, and onions, topped with pickled ginger. As we reflected on the summer memories, our family enjoyed the yakisoba together, creating a wonderful memory.
The item I’m holding in my hand along with the beer, is a stick-type snack called “Jagarico” It’s one of Japan’s long-selling snacks and is always popular in our household. I also have a fresh version of this recipe here in this blog.
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