Question

noodles
by henrietta nical

for many busy people, adding hot water to instant ramen noodles can be a quick meal. most people mindlessly perform this task without a thought to who created this untraditional way to prepare noodles.

it turns out that a curious scientist named momofuku ando discovered a secret about noodles. he learned that deep frying the noodles created tiny holes in the noodles. so, when its time to prepare them to eat, the boiling water rushes into the noodles and softens them instantly. thus, instant ramen noodles were invented. and more than 60 years later, people worldwide are still enjoying this instant meal.

andos noodle recipe

step 1
the ingredients for noodles are mixed into dough, which is rolled out, then cut into noodles.

step 2
then, the noodles are steamed and seasoned.

step 3
the noodles are dried on large racks.

step 4
last, noodles are briefly fried in hot oil for 2 minutes.

which step allows for tiny holes to form in instant noodles?

• step 1
• step 2
• step 3
• step 4

Explanation:

Locate the formation of tiny holes in the main text

The second paragraph of the text states: "He learned that deep frying the noodles created tiny holes in the noodles."

Match the process to the recipe steps

"Ando's Noodle Recipe" lists the steps:

• Step 1: Mixing, rolling, and cutting dough.
• Step 2: Steaming and seasoning.
• Step 3: Drying on racks.
• Step 4: Briefly frying in hot oil for 2 minutes.

Identify the correct step

Deep frying corresponds directly to Step 4.

Answer:

• Step 1
• Step 2
• Step 3
• Step 4 (Correct answer)