| | Noodles | Ramen |
|---|---|---|
| Definition | Made from unleavened dough cooked in boiling water. | |
| Term Derivation | German nudel and Latin word – nodus (knot). | |
| Ingredients | Wheat, rice, mung bean, acorn, buckwheat, potato, canna starch. | |
| Origin | Tarim basin, China during the East Han Dynasty. | |
| Types | Basic, chilled, fried. See also Chow Mein vs. Lo Mein. | |
| Category | noodles is the sub category of broader pasta | |
| Fullness | filling whilst very cheap | |
| Country of Origin | Japan | |
| Traditional Name | ラーメン | |
| Noodle Type | Wheat Noodles |
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