5 Things You Need To Know About Japanese Ramen
Japanese Ramen for Dummies
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Ramen is just Chinese wheat noodles in soup. But don’t ever say that out loud to a ramen aficionado or you will get burned, literally. The ancient food originally from China is a major part of Japanese culture and cuisine.
For the perfect ramen, Japanese people will line up for hours to try a bowl made by a master ramen chef.
Ramen is an umbrella term for noodles in soup but there are so many varieties of broths, toppings, noodle styles, and variations from region to region. Each ramen shop has its own little twist in the way they prepare ingredients and present their food. It truly is a unique experience from shop to shop.
Here are some of the different styles of ramen available in Japan and what makes them distinct. First of all, you need to decide the broth type you want to enjoy.
