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Learn interesting things about noodles

Noodles are one of the most diverse foods on the planet, so no wonder they would have their own month dedicated to it. National Noodle Day is October 6. Here are some interesting facts about this versatile food:

Facts about Noodles

Birthday noodles?

In many cultures and regions, noodles are not just a food. For the Chinese, they are a symbol of long life. They are prepared as a customary dish on occasions like Chinese New Year and birthday gatherings. For some, noodles are an alternative to birthday cake too.

Noodle customs

Noodle consumption is associated with numerous traditions. You might be shocked to learn that slurping loudly when eating noodles is not seen as bad manners in Japan; rather, it denotes enjoyment of the meal. It illustrates how tasty the food is.

Pho is pronounced ‘fuh’ not ‘foh’

Pho was influenced by French colonies, and the name was derived from the French dish “pot-au-feu.”

Noodle museum

If you enjoy noodles, you’ll be happy to learn that Osaka, Japan, has a museum dedicated to them. The museum reportedly keeps records of about 4560 different kinds of noodles, including the manufacturing process.

Make noodles faster

The first noodle machine was invented in 1833.

Rice Noodles

White rice noodles are perfect for those who are watching their carbohydrate consumption.

Keep on noodling

The longest noodle measures 3,084 m (10,119 ft 1.92 in) and was achieved by Xiangnian Food Co., Ltd. in Nanyang, Henan, China, on 28 October 2017.

More on Noodles

Unleavened dough is rolled out and cut into different shapes to make noodles. Noodles occur in a variety of shapes, names, and textures, despite the fact that long, flat noodles may seem to be the most typical.

Noodles are a common food in many parts of the world and are made from different types of flour. Root vegetables including yams and potatoes, beans, rice, wheat, and buckwheat can all be found in a variety of noodles in Asian cuisine. Although potato noodles are also popular, durum or semolina flour is used to manufacture the majority of the pasta consumed in Europe.