Still Surprised-2/16/10
The buckwheat soba noodles were flavorful and had great texture. I'll be honest, I thought they might be gritty and they weren't at all. The Parmesan and prosciutto gave a rich saltiness and the asparagus gave a fresh crunch. The fried egg was a wonderful topping bringing the dish together and making it filling. Richard said it best when he said he could eat this dish once a week. A great surprise!
I added an appetizer when I made this menu because I was afraid the soba dish wouldn't be enough. Obviously it was, but the Coconut Shrimp I made with it was pretty good too. The recipe was easy and the shrimp retained its flavor. The coconut panko breading was light and crunchy. The only thing that I thought would improve this dish would be a dip suggestion. There was no suggestion but I think hoisin sauce or another soy based sauce would have been a great addition to this recipe.
Egg-Topped Soba Noodles with Asparagus and Prosciutto-A
Coconut Shrimp-B+
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