Boil two packages of soba noodles until soft, drain and put in a bowl of cold
water while you prepare the dressing.
Toast a handful of white sesame seeds and grind in a spice grinder.
Puree two cloves of garlic, the ground sesame seeds, a good plop of red miso
paste, two splashes of soy sauce, three good drizzles of rice vinegar, and a
heaping pinch of sugar.
Drain the noodles and toss with enough olive oil to coat (just a couple of
drizzles will suffice), then drizzle with a good amount of sesame oil and toss
again.
Put in a serving bowl and pour the dressing over the noodles. Top with sliced
scallions, bean sprouts, and julienned red bell pepper. Smoked tofu or grilled
mushrooms are also good toppings.
