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Hijiki pasta with roasted garlic and soy sauce, garnished with cilantro and sesame seeds
Roasted hijiki pasta with sesame seeds and cilantro

Japanese Soy-Braised Hijiki Seaweed Pasta

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Vegetarian & Vegan Dishes Main Courses
Hijiki is a black sea vegetable with a distinct flavor, considered in Japan to be a source of health and longevity. Although its color might be intimidating at first, when combined with pasta and salty soy seasoning, you get a dish with deep, earthy umami flavor packed with minerals.
🕒 Prep Time 15 mins
🍳 Cook Time 15 mins
⌛ Total Time 30 mins
🍽️ Servings 2 servings
🔥 Calories 420 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Japanese

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Bowl for soaking
  • Pot for pasta
  • Skillet for sautéing

Allergen Information

⚠️ Soy
⚠️ Sesame
⚠️ Wheat

Instructions

1 ✓

Soak the hijiki seaweed in plenty of water for 15 minutes. You'll see it absorb water and expand.

Tip: Rehydrating dry seaweed is essential to get an edible, flexible texture.
2 ✓

Meanwhile, cook the pasta until 'al dente', then drain.

Tip: Don't overcook, as it will get more heat and sauce in the pan later.
3 ✓

Drain the expanded seaweed and rinse thoroughly under running water.

Tip: Rinsing washes away excess salt and sea-like aftertastes.
4 ✓

Heat oil in a skillet and sauté the crushed garlic for a few seconds.

Tip: Careful, garlic burns quickly; just release its aroma.
5 ✓

Toss in hijiki and edamame, drizzle with soy sauce, and sauté for 2-3 minutes.

Tip: Sautéing and caramelizing the soy sauce deepens flavors.
6 ✓

Fold in the cooked pasta and heat everything together so the noodles absorb the savory oil.

Tip: If it feels too dry, add a spoonful of pasta water (emulsification helps juiciness).
7 ✓

Serve sprinkled with toasted sesame seeds and fresh cilantro.

Tip: The crunch of sesame seeds contrasts excellently with the soft seaweed and pasta.

Recipe FAQ

Where can I buy hijiki?
You can find dried hijiki in Asian markets or health food stores. A little goes a long way as it expands significantly when soaked.
Can I use other pasta?
Yes, spaghetti or soba noodles work perfectly.

Ingredients

  • 1 oz Dried Hijiki Seaweed
  • 1/2 cup Shelled Edamame
  • 7 oz Spaghetti or Soba Noodles
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil or Sesame Oil
  • 2 tbsp Soy Sauce
  • 1 tsp Toasted Sesame Seeds
  • 1 bunch Fresh Cilantro