Similar But Not the Same, Here are Rarely Known Facts about Ramen and Ramyeon

Kapanlagi.com - Who here claims to be a big fan of Mie Ramen and Ramyeon? The existence of Mie Ramen and Ramyeon in Indonesia has become increasingly popular lately.

Especially with the many anime titles and other KDrama series that feature a tempting bowl of Ramen. But even though they may seem similar, Ramen from Japan and Ramyeon from Korea are actually different, KLovers. What are the differences?

1. The Origin of Mie Ramen

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Although originating from Japan, Ramen is actually inspired by Chinese wheat noodles! Mie Ramen was first introduced to Japan by Chinese immigrants around the 19th or early 20th century.

According to the records of the Ramen Museum Yokohama, Mie Ramen originated from China and was introduced to Japan in 1859. The first form of Mie Ramen was noodles with Chinese-style grilled pork broth.

2. Basic Ingredients of Ramen Noodles

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There are several types of Ramen noodles that are commonly found in the market. However, Japan categorizes them into two based on their main ingredients, which are noodles and broth.

Most Ramen noodles are made from four basic ingredients, namely wheat flour, salt, water, and kansui (a type of alkaline water). Kansui is what makes Ramen noodles different.

Kansui is derived from several lakes in the Mongolian region and contains high minerals. These minerals give the noodles a yellowish color and a firm texture. Some people use eggs as a substitute for kansui.

On the other hand, noodles made without eggs or kansui can only be used for yakisoba because they have a more fragile texture and are prone to absorbing steam, making them very soft. Ramen noodle soup is usually made with chicken or pork broth.

3. Similar in Appearance, Ramen and Ramyeon are Actually Different

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As a cuisine that falls under the same category, which is noodles, Ramen and Ramyeon are often considered the same. However, even at a glance, these two foods have several differences.

In terms of presentation, Ramen, as an iconic cuisine from Japan, is served with a savory broth or miso. The broth is made from various stocks such as pork, chicken, or beef. Ramen is also served with various appetizing toppings such as chicken meat, bamboo shoots, and poached egg.

On the other hand, Ramyeon, which originated from Korea, has a warm and spicy taste. Although it has toppings and flavors that are somewhat similar to Ramen, Ramyeon has its own uniqueness as it is usually served with kimchi, which is also popular in the Land of Ginseng.

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