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But the main way ramen is categorized is by its primary flavor, which comes from how its broth is made. There are four general classes of ramen: shoyu, tonkotsu, miso, and shio. Here's what you need to know about these four types of ramen.
Broth: Japanese soup stock, or dashi, combines with chicken or pork stock to create a basic ramen broth. Noodles: Ramen uses springy, golden wheat noodles. These noodles are different from other kinds you'll find in Asian cuisine due to the inclusion of kansui, or lye water.
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Thin and straight noodles are ideal for lighter broths, such as shio and shoyu ramen. They cook quickly and absorb flavors well, producing a harmonious blend of tastes in every bite. Thick and wavy noodles: Perfect for heavier, creamier broths like miso ramen, these noodles have a more substantial presence in the bowl.
Samyang's signature ramen series is Buldak, which are chicken-flavored, extremely hot noodles. The company logged 1,192.9 billion won ($895.77 million) in sales in 2023, up 31% from the previous year, and an operating profit of 146.8 billion won, up 62%.