National Noodle Day

Clues in this puzzle

Across

• Sound that is considered a compliment to the chef in Japanese ramen shops. (5)
• Iconic Japanese dish that has sparked global instant and gourmet trends. (5)
• The first active step in preparing dry pasta. (4)
• Extremely thin pasta strands whose name translates to "little worms". (10)
• Italy's famous carbohydrate contribution to the culinary world. (5)
• Grain used to make translucent vermicelli and pad thai bases. (4)
• The star carbohydrate celebrated globally every October 6th. (6)

Down

• Long, thin cylindrical pasta often twirled with meatballs. (9)
• Flattened, elliptical pasta that pairs perfectly with clams. (8)
• Deep vessel required for serving a proper pho or udon. (4)
• Aromatic Vietnamese beef and rice noodle soup that takes hours to simmer. (3)
• Fiercely spicy Korean instant ramen brand that sparked viral internet challenges. (6)
• The liquid counterpart that clings to your spaghetti or penne. (5)
• Soft-boiled topping that is a staple in authentic tonkotsu. (3)

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