authentic asian noodles

Noodles are a much-loved staple in Southeast Asian cuisine. They are easy to cook and delicious to eat, making for the perfect addition to many different traditional oriental dishes. Usually made from either wheat, rice or buckwheat, noodle dough is extruded into the familiar long strips and can be cooked in a variety of ways.

The noodle’s origins are contentious, but most historians agree that China is the place where they were first made. This Chinese origin may have been influential in spreading the popularity of noodles to the neighbouring countries, where they adapted the staple to fit their own cuisine. 

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what are the different noodles types?

Asia is an expansive and diverse region with many countries and culinary traditions. Therefore, there are various different types of noodles that are best suited for certain dishes. What are the top noodle types?


1. Wheat Noodles – An umbrella category for many popular noodle subcategories. Wheat is the most common primary ingredient used to make noodles.

2. Egg Noodles – Another common noodle type made with eggs, wheat and water, that are available in various shapes and used in many dishes.

3. Ramen Noodles – A form of thin egg noodle that originates from Japan and is popular around the world. Ramen noodles are known for being dried in wavy blocks and are enjoyed as a tasty instant snack, taking just minutes to prepare.

4. Udon Noodles – Another Japanese favourite, udon noodles are fat and chewy. They often offer a heartier noodle experience and are generally used in broths.

5. Rice Noodles – If wheat noodles make up the first broad category of Asian noodles, rice noodles are the second. Fine rice noodles are perfect for soaking up flavours of sauces and broths.


These are just some of the many different noodles that Asian cuisine has to offer; there are more to choose from if you want to expand your culinary horizons even further!

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what are some popular noodle dishes?

One of the best things about noodles is that they are so versatile; they can be incorporated into a range of delicious traditional recipes. What are some of the most famous noodles dishes from across various Asian countries?


• Chow Mei (China)
• Hokkien Mee (Singapore)
• Niu Rou Mian (Taiwan)
• Japchae (South Korea)
• Ramen (Japan)
• Pho (Vietnam)
• Pad Thai (Thailand)
• Laksa (Malaysia)
• Mei Goreng (Indonesia)
• Bihon Pancit (Philippines)


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