kirikomi
Kirikomi is a traditional Japanese dish characterized by its distinctive noodles, which are made by rolling dough into a sheet and then cutting it into wide, irregular pieces. The name comes from the verb kiru, meaning “to cut,” reflecting this preparation method. The resulting pieces resemble chunky ribbons or flat noodles rather than long strands.
The dough is typically wheat flour and water, with some regions adding salt or other flours such
Regional forms vary in composition and naming. In some areas of northern Japan, kirikomi is served as
History and etymology reflect its practical origins: kirikomi emphasizes the cut-and-prepare method rather than a fixed