{"title":"Ibonoito","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"590\" data-start=\"185\"\u003eJapan’s leading hand-stretched noodles, Ibonoito Tenobe Somen, are handmade in Tatsuno, the “Little Kyoto” of Harima. Made from the finest wheat flour, pure Ibo River water, and Ako salt, these noodles are crafted by skilled artisans using a centuries-old hand-stretching tradition. Each batch is carefully ripened and stretched, producing thin, delicate noodles with a smooth texture and natural luster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"855\" data-start=\"592\"\u003eRenowned for their firm body and elegant bite, Ibonoito Somen is versatile and easy to prepare. Serve cold with a refreshing dipping sauce, toss with seasonal vegetables and seafood, or cook like pasta with rich sauces; their subtle flavor complements any dish.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"ibonoito-handmade-somen-noodles-300g","title":"Ibonoito Handmade Japanese Somen Noodles 300g","description":"\u003cp\u003eIbonoito is the most popular brand of somen noodles in Japan. Ibonoito Japanese somen noodles are handmade with simple and natural ingredients; wheat, salt and vegetable oil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSomen are one of the most popular noodles in Japan. Somen main ingredient is flour and they are the thinest noodles among the major Japanese noodles; Ramen, Udon, Soba and Somen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSomen noodles can be consumed either cold or hot with hot. If you eat them cold dip the somen first with \u003ca href=\"..\/products\/mizkan-oigatsuo-tsuyu-sauce-japanese-soup-base-400ml\"\u003eMentsuyu\u003c\/a\u003e (Japanese noodle soup base).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen eating them as a warm dish a good \u003ca href=\"..\/products\/mizkan-shiro-dashi-sauce-professional-taste-500ml\"\u003edashi broth\u003c\/a\u003e is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Ibonoito Somen is Produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIbonoito Somen is handmade during a limited period of time, concretely between October and April (being December to February the production peak).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSalted water is added to flour and then kneaded well until the dough is created. The dough is then manually and carefully stretched to make one long strip of Somen. This is the traditional hand-stretching technique that originated in the Banshu area some six hundred years ago.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dough may separate if it is forcibly stretched out to quickly make it thin. Instead, it should be stretched out as much as possible while being twisted. After it is left to ripen it is stretched out again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis process of ripening and stretching is repeated several times to make Somen. The entire process consists of eleven steps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBring a full pot of water to a boil, cook noodles for 1 to 2 minutes. Put them in a strainer, rinse with cold water, and serve in cold water in a bowl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen eating, lift a portion of noodles out of the water, and dip it in mentsuyu sauce. When you want to eat with hot soup, you can just put into the hot soup after you rinse with water quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIngredients: wheat, salt and vegetable oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNet weight: 300g \/ 10.6oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Ibonoito","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1148047458314,"sku":"IBON-SMNNDL-300","price":8.79,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1969\/5775\/files\/P-1-IBON-SMNNDL-300-Ibonoito_Handmade_Japanese_Somen_Noodles_300g.jpg?v=1743423429"},{"product_id":"ibonoito-handmade-japanese-hiyamugi-noodles-200g","title":"Ibonoito Handmade Japanese Hiyamugi Noodles 200g","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Ibonoito is the largest somen (Japanese thin wheat noodles) brand in Japan and its products are commonly sold in almost all supermarkets. Enjoy the chewiness and taste of these traditional hiyamugi (a thicker variation of somen) noodles.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is the higher-grade version within the brand: the flour used for this product is softer than that used for the normal version, so the noodles have a pleasant stringy texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eWhat makes hiyamugi unique from other types of Japanese noodles is that they contain a few pink and green noodles. These colored noodles give somen dishes a decorative sensation and you can also enjoy them with your eyes.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eInstructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003ePut the water in a pot and bring it to a boil.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eAdd hiyamugi noodles in the boiling water and cook it for 90~120 seconds. Unlike spaghetti, adding salt is unnecessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eWhile cooking, stir noodles well to prevent them from sticking to each other. If necessary, lower the heat or add a little cold water to the pot to prevent overflowing.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eDrain the noodles in a strainer and rinse them well with your hands under the running water.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eRemove the excess moisture of noodles, and transfer them to a plate or bowl. Prepare mentsuyu sauce and some garnishes including grated ginger, chopped green onion\/scallion, and the hiyamugi is ready to eat.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eNet contents: 200g\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eMain ingredients: Flour, salt, potato starch, vegetable oil\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eNutrition facts (per 100g of dried noodles): Energy 336kcal, protein 8.2g, fat 1.6g, carbohydrate 72.2g, sodium 5.3g\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eNoodle thickness: 1.3~1.7mm\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eNoodle length: 240mm\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003ePotential allergens: Wheat\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Ibonoito","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40119095820371,"sku":"IBON-HYAMGI-200","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1969\/5775\/files\/P-1-IBON-HYAMGI-200-Ibonoito_Handmade_Japanese_Hiyamugi_Noodles_200g.jpg?v=1743423631"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1969\/5775\/collections\/somen_2.jpg?v=1759883421","url":"https:\/\/japanesetaste.pro\/collections\/ibonoito.oembed","provider":"Japanese Taste","version":"1.0","type":"link"}