Wednesday, August 8, 2007

Udon





Udon can be eaten hot or cold and can be cooked in many ways. You might have seen udon noodles in hot soup.

To cook udon noodles, following the instruction in the package is the best since cooking time differs in each kind. If there isn't any instruction available, follow the basic steps below. Cold udon is popular in hot times. Cold udon is eaten by dipping into dipping sauce.

Mentsuyu can be purchased or can be made by mixing soy sauce, mirin, and Japanese dashi soup stock.There are many kinds of noodles eaten in Japan.

Udon is white and the thickest noodles (about 4-6 mm wide.) Udon is made by kneading wheat flour, salt, and water. Dried udon, boiled udon, and fresh udon are available.

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