David Chang, a Korean-American author and chef, explores a noodle factory in Japan, where he enjoys the finest bowl of ramen he's ever tasted. He also prepares two fantastic dishes using instant ramen. Meanwhile, food scientist Harold McGee reveals the distinctive qualities of ramen noodles, explaining the role of alkaline salts in their unique texture and flavor.
Show
The Mind of a Chef
Episode
S01E01
Air Date
Nov 09, 2012