Udon is the heir to ramen's throne
 

Udon is the heir to ramen's throne
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Ramen has long been the stuff of foodie legend and lore. Ramen burgers, ramen hacks, ramen cooked by Jenner sisters...it's been all ramen all the time.*

Slow your roll, ramen — let a**ther **odle take center stage.*




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Udon is ramen's thicker, chewier cousin. Like ramen, it is made with wheat flour, but that's where the similarities end.*

Dried udon can be dense, but fresh udon has a lighter, if still **ticeable, bite. It is usually an opaque cream color and can be served warm or cool with toppings that range from sliced scallions to whole tempura shrimp. They can be served in soup, in broth or on their own. They are enjoyed chilled or warm and seem destined to become the next foodie obsession.* Read more...

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