Cold noodles

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Cold Noodles are dishes made out of noodles, soy sauce, cucumber, and many other ingredients. Cold noodles are usually served at room temperature, with a dipping sauce on the side..[1]. Ways to make cold noodles vary a lot from country to country.

Origins of Cold Noodles[edit | edit source]

There is not an agreed-upon story regarding the origins of cold noodles, but below are the most popular stories regarding the origins of Cold Noodles.

  1. Many people believed that cold noodles first originated in Joseon Dynasty in Korea as many famous Korean dishes appeared during this era.[2]
  2. Others believed that cold noodles first appear in the Qin Dynasty of China, and were introduced to Korea in the Tang Dynasty through international trade[3]

Cold Noodles in China[edit | edit source]

Sichuan Cold Noodles[edit | edit source]

Sichuan Cold Noodles

Sichuan Cold Noodles is a cold noodle dish that originates in Sichuan, China. The noodles used in this dish are unique as it adds baking soda to the noodles.[4] The dish also includes a lot of Sichuan seasonings like paprika powder, and chili oil.[4]

Guangyuan Cold Noodles[edit | edit source]

Guangyuan cold noodles is another cold noodle dish that originates in Sichuan, China. The main difference between Guangyuan cold noodles with other cold noodles is that the noodles are made out of rice, instead of flour.[5] Another unique aspect of Guangyuan noodles is that they can be served in either hot or cold.[5]

Shanghai Cold Noodles[edit | edit source]

Shanghai cold noodles originated in Shanghai, China, and are made out of Shanghai-style noodles.[6] When cooking the noodles, the noodles are first steamed, and then cooked, which makes the noodles chewier.[6] Peanut butter and other seasoning are added to this dish to give the noodles their flavor.[7][6]

Zhajiangmian[edit | edit source]

Zhajiangmian

Zhajiangmian is a traditional Chinese dish that originates in Northeast China.[8] However, the dish did not become popular until the late Qing Dynasty.[8] The dish quickly spread around the world, and many different variations of cold noodles begin to appear. The most well-known and traditional variation the is traditional Beijing Zhajiangmian.[8] Other well-known variants include Jajangmyeon, made out of Korean black bean sauce.[9]

Cold Noodles in Korea[edit | edit source]

Naegmyeon

Naengmyeon[edit | edit source]

Naengmyeon is a cold noodle dish that is usually served in stainless steel bowls. The choice of flours and toppings for making the noodles varies on personal preference. Usually, Naengmyeon is made with buckwheat flour and includes toppings like cucumbers and beef.

Jaengban Guksu[edit | edit source]

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Kong Guksu

Jaengban Guksu is a traditional cold noodle salad that is often served in companion to Korean barbecue.[10] This dish is made out of noodles, different toppings, and spicy sauce.[10] People alter the types of noodles and toppings of this dish based on their preference.

Kong Guksu[edit | edit source]

Bibim Guksu

Kong Guksu is a seasonal dish, which is traditionally served during the summer season.[11] This is a dish that serves noodles in cold soy milk broth, and ice is sometimes added to this dish.[11]

Bibim Guksu[edit | edit source]

Bibim Guksu is a cold noodle dish and is a mix of noodles and many different toppings.[12] The choice of ingredients varies widely based on personal preference, but the sour and spicy sauce is the signature of the dish[13]

Cold Noodles in Japan[edit | edit source]

Soba Noodles[edit | edit source]

Mori Soba

Soba is a traditional Japanese dish that can be served in both cold and hot. Cold soba noodles are served with dipping sauce on the side, while hot versions of Soba noodles are served with a soup base.[14] Well-known soba cold noodles include Mori/ Zaru Soba, Tensoba, and Tororo Soba.[14]

Somen Noodles[edit | edit source]

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Nagashi Somen

Somen noodles are long, thin traditional Japanese noodles that are associated with Japanese traditional ceremonies.[15] Somen are usually served in the form of Nagashi Somen, where Somen flows down with the cold water in the bamboo.[15]

Cold Noodles in Thailand[edit | edit source]

Khanom Chin[edit | edit source]

Khanom Chin Namya

Khanom Chin is a traditional Thai noodle that has numerous variants. The noodles are made of rice, even though are sometimes replaced by white noodles as the noodles are relatively hard to make.[16] popular versions include Khanom Chin Namya Tai, Khanom Chin Nam-Ngiao, and Khanom Chin Namprik[16]

References[edit | edit source]

  1. ↑ "Our Best Asian Cold Noodle Recipes for the Most Refreshing Meals Possible". Saveur. 2018-08-22. Retrieved 2022-04-13.
  2. ↑ "冷麵的由來是中國還是南北韓，涼麵算不算冷麵？在這給出答案 - 人人焦點". ppfocus.com. Retrieved 2022-04-23.
  3. ↑ "冷面的由来是中国还是南北朝鲜，凉面算不算冷面？_美食". www.sohu.com. Retrieved 2022-04-23.
  4. ↑ 4.0 4.1 sina_mobile (2020-05-03). "正宗四川凉面做法，简单几样主要调料就搞定，麻辣爽口一盘不够吃". k.sina.cn. Retrieved 2022-04-23.
  5. ↑ 5.0 5.1 sina_mobile (2019-01-24). "吃过都说好的广元凉面究竟是怎么做的 来看看你就知道了". k.sina.cn. Retrieved 2022-04-14.
  6. ↑ 6.0 6.1 6.2 "哈嗲！老上海人最爱的冷面清单！夏天不能少！-美食频道-手机搜狐". m.sohu.com. Retrieved 2022-04-23.
  7. ↑ "misandao.net 上海冷面". www.misandao.net. Retrieved 2022-04-19.
  8. ↑ 8.0 8.1 8.2 "老北京炸酱面 - Walk China" (in 中文（中国大陆）‎). 2020-05-07. Retrieved 2022-04-19.
  9. ↑ "Culture and history intersect with Korean ja jang myun". Daily Trojan. 2011-10-16. Retrieved 2022-04-21.
  10. ↑ 10.0 10.1 "Jaengban guksu | Traditional Noodle Dish From South Korea | TasteAtlas". www.tasteatlas.com. Retrieved 2022-04-23.
  11. ↑ 11.0 11.1 "Kongguksu | Traditional Noodle Dish From South Korea | TasteAtlas". www.tasteatlas.com. Retrieved 2022-04-23.
  12. ↑ "Bibim guksu | Traditional Noodle Dish From South Korea | TasteAtlas". www.tasteatlas.com. Retrieved 2022-04-23.
  13. ↑ "Bibim guksu | Traditional Noodle Dish From South Korea | TasteAtlas". www.tasteatlas.com. Retrieved 2022-04-23.
  14. ↑ 14.0 14.1 "Soba Noodles". www.japan-guide.com. Retrieved 2022-04-23.
  15. ↑ 15.0 15.1 Itoh, Makiko (2015-06-19). "A short history of Japan's long noodles". The Japan Times. Retrieved 2022-04-25.
  16. ↑ 16.0 16.1 BangkokFoodies (2020-06-25). "Khanom Chin, a Famous Thai Dish Comes with Varieties and Myth". Bangkok food guide | Bangkok Foodies. Retrieved 2022-04-23.
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