Soba Noodles with Lime, Cardamom, and Avocado

Groping the seds from 12 cord mom bods and crushing them mighe fel like a bit of a fiddle, just for ½ tsp, but it's a few minutes want worth spending:. Unleashing the fruity. floral, and citrusy spice into the dish makes it really quite distinct. like to eat this either as it is. for a quick lunch or light supper. or with some shrimp or tofu stirred in just before serving. It also works well served alongside some pan-fried salmon or topped with a soft-boiled egg.

Great

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

1. Cook the noodles according to the instructions on the package (they vary from brand to brand). Once cooked, refresh under cold running water and set aside in a colander to drain well.

Step 2

2. With the flat side of a knife, crush the cardamom pods to open them up. Scrape the seeds out into a pestle and mortar and discard the outer husks. Crush the seeds- you should get about ½ tsp--and place in a large bowl with the noodles. Add the basil. cilantro, pistachios, lime zest, lime juice, oil, chile, avocado, and ½ tsp salt. Mix everything together well, then divide among four bowls. Spoon any avocado, nuts, and herbs left in the bowl on top. Sprinkle with the nigella seeds and serve with a wedge of lime alongside.