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Okinawa soba

🇯🇵 A dish from Japan

Okinawa soba, a dish from Japan
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Okinawa soba (沖縄そば) is a type of noodle produced in Okinawa Prefecture, Japan. Okinawa soba is a regional collective trademark of The Okinawa Noodle Manufacturing Co-op.

What gives it away

🥘Main ingredientswheat noodles, pork, dashi broth, scallion, fish cake
🔥Cooking methodboiled noodles served in hot broth
👅Flavour & stylesavory, mild, comforting
🕒When it’s eatenhot noodle soup eaten as a main meal

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Frequently asked questions

Where does Okinawa soba come from?
Okinawa soba is a dish that originated in Japan.
What is Okinawa soba?
Okinawa soba (沖縄そば) is a type of noodle produced in Okinawa Prefecture, Japan. Okinawa soba is a regional collective trademark of The Okinawa Noodle Manufacturing Co-op.