Kake Soba

Kake Soba is a classic Japanese noodle dish consisting of buckwheat soba noodles served in a piping hot, savory broth, typically made from dashi, soy sauce, and mirin. It is a simple, comforting staple often enjoyed year-round, especially during colder months. The dish is a fundamental offering in soba shops and casual eateries across Japan.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is primarily a source of carbohydrates from the noodles, with a moderate amount of plant-based protein from the buckwheat. It is generally low in fat and provides key nutrients like manganese and thiamine from the buckwheat, with a typical serving containing around 300-400 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	350 kcal
Protein	12 g
Carbs	60 g
Fat	5 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	4 g
Sodium	1500 mg
Potassium	300 mg
Phosphorus	150 mg
Magnesium	40 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Niacin (B3)	4 mg
Thiamin (B1)	0.3 mg
Folate	80 mcg
Selenium	15 mcg

Per 1 bowl (approx. 500 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, kake soba is valued for its simplicity and is often eaten on New Year's Eve (Toshikoshi Soba) to symbolize crossing over from one year to the next and wishing for longevity. Nutritionally, buckwheat is a gluten-free grain (though soba noodles often contain some wheat flour) and is a good source of resistant starch, which can benefit gut health.