Oriental Noodles

Noodles of different kinds together with boiled rice have been the staple food of almost all Asian countries. Since noodles are always in the form of long strands, they are symbolic of longevity and are always present in Chinese birthday parties. There are different ways of consuming them as well as different recipes available at different countries. Most of these noodles are consumed hot as in soup, like a pasta plate or stir-fried with meat, shrimps and vegetables. Others are consumed cold like in the case of some soba dishes in Japan. Also, there are numerous types that depend on the raw materials, product shapes, processing methods and the way of preparation and serving. However, they have also undergone changes driven by technical innovations and consumer demands.