Buckwheat Noodles with Brown Butter and Cabbages

The earthy flavor of buckwheat is perfect with the nutty taste of brown butter, Brussels sprouts, and nappa cabbage. Many people find the flavor of Brussels sprouts too strong, but here the leaves are separated and scattered among the noodles and nappa. This way they make a much more delicate impression.

Japanese buckwheat noodles can be found in Asian markets and in natural foods stores, but if you can’t find them where you live, use whole wheat noodles instead. The large, pale gre