In a large pot over medium-high heat, add 4 quarts of water and salt; bring to a boil. Add soba noodles and boil 4 to 6 minutes until al dente. Remove from heat, drain, rinse under warm running water, and then set aside until ready to use.
In a large pot over medium-high heat, add chicken broth and ginger; bring just to a boil. Reduce heat to low. Add soy sauce and your favorite toppings; simmer for 5 minutes longer or until toppings are cooked. Remove from heat.
Place cooked soba noodles in a large soup serving bowl; spoon broth mixture (with toppings) over the top and serve.
Makes 3 to 4 servings.
* Soba noodles can be found in the Asian food section of most grocery stores, at Japanese food specialty stores, and online. To purchase online, click on the green link.
** Learn how easy it is to make your own homemade Chicken Stock - Basic Chicken Stock.
*** Topping Suggestions (Pick and choose your favorites):
Sliced Spam
Baked ham slices
Roast Pork slices
Sliced carrots
Shredded green cabbage,
Chopped bok choy
Sliced mushrooms
Green peas
Scrambled or fried egg
sliced green onions or scallions
Cooked small shrimp, peeled and deveined
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