Udon

Types of Asian Noodles
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From Ramen to Udon: An Asian Noodle Primer

Few foods are more versatile, come in a greater variety of styles, or are more prized in Asian cuisine (and our kitchens) than the noodle.
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Few foods are more versatile, come in a greater variety of styles, or are more prized in Asian cuisine (and our kitchens) than the noodle. Ranging in style from translucent, almost-rubbery cellophane noodles to fat, chewy udon noodles (and near everything in between), there's a noodle for every cuisine and palate. Keep reading for a breakdown of the most common types across Asian culture.

Did we leave your favorite style of Asian noodle off the list? Chime in with your top pick in the comments!

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Recipe For Clams With Udon Noodles
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Sunday Dinner: Sizzling Clams With Udon

Seafood pasta is one thing that pescetarians will likely never tire of.
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Seafood pasta is one thing that pescetarians will likely never tire of. Toothsome noodles and chewy shellfish are an unbeatable duo. But if linguine con vongole is one of those dishes you can make with your eyes closed, then try a new spin on that winning combination. This pan-Asian pasta adds a completely new angle to a comfort food standby. Rather than sautéeing or steaming the clams, the recipe calls for stir-frying clams in a smoking hot wok with ginger, garlic, and Chinese black bean sauce — then tossing Japanese udon noodles with the sauce until well-coated. The entire dish can be made as speedily as any stir-fry. For the recipe, keep reading.

Reader Recipe: Light 'n' Tasty Soup
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Reader Recipe: Light 'n' Tasty Soup

When I think of soup, I usually think of heavy, time-consuming recipes.
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When I think of soup, I usually think of heavy, time-consuming recipes. You know, the sort of thing that sits on your stove all day building layers of flavor upon itself.

So when I saw TeamSugar member celebrity_soup's recipe in the Kitchen Goddess group, I was immediately intrigued. The soup is Nigella Lawson's "Light 'n' Tasty" soup, and it comes together in a few minutes. It's perfect for a quick lunch or a fast dinner. The best part is that it's also rather adaptable. Don't like bok choy? Replace it with broccoli. Don't have sprouts on hand? Just omit! To see the simple yet versatile recipe, read more

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Definition: Udon

Udon A thick Japanese noodle made from a combination of wheat, whole wheat and/or flour.
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Udon
A thick Japanese noodle made from a combination of wheat, whole wheat and/or flour. Used in soups, stews, and snacks, these noodles can be served hot or cold and are available both dried and fresh in most Asian markets.