ramen
The English phrase "ramen noodles" is translated into French as ramen.
The term refers to wheat noodles, originally from Japan, that are typically served in a broth with various toppings.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In France, the phrase Les nouilles de ramen is common. In Quebec, Canada, the term nouilles de ramen is used.
Did you know?
- Despite the Japanese origins, the French culinary scene has developed its own 'ramen' culture where local ingredients, such as French cheeses or heavy creams, are sometimes added to the broth.
- When discussing the texture of 'ramen' in French, critics often use the word élastique to describe the desired chewiness, a term that would usually be a negative quality for traditional French pasta.
- French food critics often describe ramen using the term umami, a Japanese word that has been adopted into French gastronomic vocabulary to describe the savory taste of the broth.
Examples in context
- J'adore manger un ramen bien chaud.I love eating a hot ramen.
- Est-ce qu'il reste du ramen ?Is there any ramen left?
- Ce restaurant prépare un excellent ramen.This restaurant prepares an excellent ramen.
Example conversation
Gabriel and Manon are deciding what to eat for dinner.
- GabrielManon, on commande un ramen ce soir ?Manon, shall we order a ramen tonight?
- ManonOui, c'est une super idée, Gabriel.Yes, that is a great idea, Gabriel.
- GabrielJe veux un ramen au porc.I want a pork ramen.
- ManonMoi, je préfère le ramen végétarien.Me, I prefer the vegetarian ramen.
