Which Japanese noodles are the healthiest?


In Japan, there are 8 different kinds of noodles, which are used in different dishes. Some noodles are eaten all year round, while others are eaten at specific times of the year.

Some Japanese noodles are healthier than others.
The healthiest noodles are soba noodles which are made from buckwheat. Soba noodles are part of classic Japanese dishes in several different ways.
In Japan, soba is most often eaten in the summer as a cold noodle dish. Soba noodles are also served in hot stews.

Soba noodles are made in different ways. Some soba noodles are made from 100% buckwheat, while others also contain a bit of wheat.
Soba noodles are healthier than traditional pasta. There are fewer calories, more fiber and protein.

In Europe, soba noodles can also be bought in many Thai / Chinese shops.

Read more about Traditional Japanese food course for beginners

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Zoë has lectured and held sushi courses for A. P. Moller – Maersk, Hugo Boss Nordic, Novo Nordisk, Novartis, Velux, Gorrissen Federspiel, Beierholm revision, Elbek & Vejrup and many more.

Ramen noodles are Japanese’s equvalent to a classic burger

In Tokyo, fast food is also eaten.
The Japanese are a population that is at least as busy as everyone else. However, their fast food is of a slightly different quality. In Denmark, there are some who consider shawarma and pizza as fast food while others are more into a burger.

In Japan, a classic fast food is quite healthy, nutritious and tasty. You do not compromise on quality or health. This is one of the reasons why the Japanese is the world’s longest living population.

One of the noodles that are especially noted on a busy weekday in Tokyo is ramen noodles made on a fish stock. It is a dish that boosts your body with healthy vitamins, minerals, omega3 and protein. During a meal, you will reach the entire diet pyramid around. You can read more Japanese noodle soup course for beginners.

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Zoë has held sushi courses and cooking classes for A. P. Moller – Maersk, Hugo Boss Nordic, Novo Nordisk, Novartis, Velux, Gorrissen Federspiel, Beierholm revision, Elbek & Vejrup and many more.