Hoto Noodles (Japan)

An authentic recipe for Japanese Hoto noodles, highlighting handmade flat wheat noodles cooked in a savory miso and dashi broth with kabocha squash.

Level Medium Prep 25 min Cook 20 min Servings 4 Score 4.8/10

Ready in

45 min

Makes 4 servings

Prep 25m

Cook 20m

Level Medium

About this recipe

An authentic recipe for Japanese Hoto noodles, highlighting handmade flat wheat noodles cooked in a savory miso and dashi broth with kabocha squash.

A hearty Yamanashi comfort meal featuring thick wheat noodles and pumpkin simmered in rich miso soup.

In a large bowl, mix flour and salt, gradually add water, and knead until a smooth dough forms. Let it rest for 20 minutes.
Roll out the dough into a thick sheet and cut into wide, flat ribbon noodles (do not dust off excess flour, as it helps thicken the soup).
In a large pot or traditional iron pot, bring the dashi stock to a boil.
Add the kabocha squash, daikon radish, and shiitake mushrooms, simmering for about 8 minutes until partially tender.
Add the napa cabbage and the freshly cut Hoto noodles directly into the simmering broth.
Cook for 8-10 minutes until the noodles are tender and cooked through.
10 min
Dissolve the miso paste into the broth, add the green onions, simmer for another 2 minutes gently, and serve hot.

Calories 310

Protein 11g

Carbs 58g

Fat 4g

Fiber 6g

Sugar 7g

Sodium 780mg

Serving Size 1 bowl

Prep 25 min

Cook 20 min

Total 45 min

Overall 9.1 /10

Expert 4.8 95% conf.

Reviewed by FindEdition Kitchen

An exceptionally warming and hearty Japanese regional specialty bursting with wholesome umami flavors.

A hearty Yamanashi comfort meal featuring thick wheat noodles and pumpkin simmered in rich miso soup.

Summary

An authentic recipe for Japanese Hoto noodles, highlighting handmade flat wheat noodles cooked in a savory miso and dashi broth with kabocha squash.

Use kabocha squash as it provides the essential natural sweetness and velvety texture to the broth
Do not boil the soup vigorously after adding the miso to preserve its delicate aroma and flavor
Add seasonal mushrooms like maitake or shimeji for enhanced depth