They are created from square blocks of buckwheat flour and are cut by hand to create the thick noodles that are boiled. To prepare the broth, you first fry the pork in a pan with garlic, soy sauce, and sesame oil. While the pork cooks you boil the broth with garlic, ginger, soy sauce and chili powder. Next, you put the noodles in a bowl, and add the broth, pork, a half of a soft-boiled egg, seaweed, and finally spring onions on top. The meal is served immediately and hot. Can you imagine what it looks like?
Most ingredients used in food shops are fresh, usually purchased that morning. This is great for the community because it is healthier for customers and gives local farmers an outlet to sell their produce. You can usually expect your vegetables and meats to be fresh, especially in rural areas such as Okayamam. Rural areas, or areas that are away from the city, have fewer chain restaurants and have more space to grow fruits and vegetables.
