Somen noodles are wheat noodles known for their elasticity. Traditionally, you eat Somen noodles in a cold preparation, even with an extra ice cube to keep the noodles cold. They do this in Japan mainly to cool down in the sometimes scorching hot summers. Serve your Somen noodles with a tasty dip and toppings of fresh ginger and spring onions. To make it a complete meal, add meat, vegetables or an egg, for example!