Ramen (Ramyun) Noodles

Ramyun noodles are Chinese in origin. The Japanese have popularized this noodle known as “ramen” by creating instant soups packaged with dried noodles compressed into a square and seasoning packets. The Korean version uses the same concept but the soup base is fiery. These wavy noodles are used in Korea, Japan and China in soups with broth, a little meat, vegetables and/or fish. These dried noodles can be purchased on their own in packages called “Chuka Soba,” which means Chinese noodles in Japanese. You can use the instant variety and make your own soup (see Ramen Noodle and Dumpling Soup.)