How to Boil Somen/Udon Noodles

Dried somen/udon noodles are available at Asian supermarkets. Here are basic steps to cook dried somen/udon noodles. It's good to eat cold somen/udon noodles, dipping in mentsuyu sauce.

Boiling Noodles

Udon Noodles
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