Hōtō

Japan · East Asia

Short description: This hearty noodle stew cooks broad noodles and vegetables together until the broth turns thick and warming.
Ingredients: Flat wheat noodles with miso, dashi broth, kabocha squash, potato, carrot, mushrooms, green onion, and meat or tofu.
Cultural note: The dish is associated with mountain-area comfort food, especially when squash and root vegetables are in season.
Common misconception: It is closer to a stew than a standard noodle soup; the noodles are simmered with the vegetables.

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