Description
Shirataki noodles are made from the root of the Konjac plant.
Shirataki noodles are low carbohydrate, low calorie noodles.
As a result they don't have a taste of their own.
Instead they readily absorb the flavours of dishes they are cooked in. They are good in broths, soups, stews etc.

Traditionally they are used in a Japanese dish called Sukiyaki - a stew with beef & vegetables.

Although this product is a noodle, the texture is nothing like pasta or spaghetti, it is a more rubbery, chewy texture.

Please note these are the traditional plain shirataki yam noodles. These are NOT Tofu Shirataki which are a different product that is currently only available in the USA.

To use
You need to drain the liquid they are packed in and rinse them well. Then par boil them for a minute or so, to remove the unusual smell. Shirataki can be cut into more manageable lengths. They are then ready to be added directly into the dish you're cooking.

They are growing in popularity as a diet food due to almost zero calories and low carbohydrate.

As seen on the Channel 4 TV programme 'My Big Fat Diet Show' - January 2010.

Ingredients
Water, Yam Powder(2.81%), Coagulant (Calcium Hydroxide E526)

Size
Net weight: 180g
(Please note this item is packed in liquid so gross weight for shipping calculation is approx 420g per pack)

Typical Nutritional Information
Per 100g serving.
Energy: 6kcal
Protein: 0.2g
Fat: 0.4g
Carbohydrate: 2.0g
Sodium: 1mg
(Nutritional may vary slightly depending on the brand of Shirataki in stock)

Where from
Product of Japan.

Storage
Keep in a dry cool place. Refrigerate once opened. Do not freeze.

Manufacturer
Shimonita or Yokoosyokuhin
(packaging may differ from image shown depending on brand of shirataki available at any given time)