Japanese Somen

How to Cook Somen Noodles Simply and Deliciously: A Cultural Noodle Dish for Surviving Japanese Summer

What are Somen Noodles? Somen is one of Japan’s most recognizable dried noodles. It is known for its extremely thin, smooth texture. It is primarily made from wheat flour and then dried. Like other Japanese noodle staples—such as Soba and Udon—Somen is a traditional component of the Japanese diet. Because Somen is so thin, it requires very little cooking time. …