Sake-Steamed Clams with Soba Noodles

INGREDIENTS

• 8 soba (Japanese-style) noodles
• Kosher salt
• 1 vegetable oil
• 1 bunch scallions, white parts and dark-green parts separated, thinly sliced
• 1 jalapeño, seeded (unless you crave heat), sliced
• 1" piece of ginger, peeled, sliced
• 2 1/2 Manila clams, scrubbed
• 3/4 dry sake
• Soba noodles are available at Asian markets and in the Asian foods section of most supermarkets.