Did you know that if you look closely at the cross-section of ramen noodles, there are various shapes?

Depending on how the noodles are cut, the texture and how the soup mixes with them changes, so it is an important factor that greatly affects the taste.

Most ramen noodles have a square cross section, but by changing the aspect ratio, various types of noodles can be made.

We will introduce what kind of shape noodles are used for.

■ Rectangular noodles

It goes well with light ramen such as Shio Ramen (salt flavor) and Shoyu Ramen (soy sauce flavor).

■ Square noodles

It is used when you want to absorb a little soup.

■ Vertically long rectangular noodles

It goes well with rich ramen such as Tonkotsu Ramen (pork bone broth).

It is also used when you want to absorb the soup and add volume.

■ Horizontal rectangular noodles

Flat noodles.

It has a smooth texture.

■ Round noodles

It is often used in Udon, Somen, and pasta. Choose the noodles that match your favorite soup!