Elevate your ramen and introduce new noodles into your repertoire! The Ultimate Japanese Noodles Cookbook is your introduction to the world of Japanese noodles and pasta. Chef and restaurateur Masahiro Kasahara presents all his personal favorites in this book-from quick and delicious ramen to hot pots for a dinner party, and classic udon recipes to summery somen.These recipes offer a simple way to recreate your go-to noodle dishes at home and discover new favorites. Pair fresh vegetables and meat with easy-to-find ingredients that can be kept on-hand for a quick and flavorful meal. This book features 65 noodle recipes, including:Curry Udon Noodle SoupSimple Nori Seaweed and Egg SobaChili Shrimp SomenRamen with Chicken Tenders and HerbsChow Mein Noodles with Daikon Radish SauceGreen Shiso, Butter and Bacon PastaUdon Macaroni SaladSomen Hot PotChilled Pan-Fried Glass NoodlesInformational sidebars add a bit of background about each noodle type and its role in Japanese cuisine. As an added bonus, Chef Masahiro also includes:Appetizers That Go Well With NoodlesSnacks and Sides to Make with Leftover NoodlesA bestseller in Japan, this book and its tasty recipes are now available in English for the first time!