Substituting Shirataki Noodles for Pasta for the Diet Conscious

Sharitaki noodles are considered to be healthy noodles due to its low calorie and low carbohydrate contents.  This Japanese noodle is translucent, thin and is gelatinous in form and is considered to be a great and healthier substitute for pasta.  It can from the “konjac” plant and got its name from shirataki meaning white waterfall based on its appearance.  It has very little flavor due mainly to the fact that it is consist of water and a dietary fiber that is water-soluble called “glucomannan”.

The sharitaki noodles may be bought from supermarket in both dry and wet forms.  Two types of this noodles that are very popular in the US market is the traditional and the tofu-based sharitaki noodles.  The traditional one, which is clearly the healthier have zero calories, zero gluten and zero net carbo.  Those who are on card diet would love these noodles.  This is why this is considered to be the best replacement for pasta for the diet conscious.
 
The tofu-cased on the other hand has shorter shelf life compared to the traditional type and needs to be refrigerated after it is opened.  While it may contain carbohydrates, it is nevertheless very minimal.  This type is also becoming very popular in the US.  First time users may find the pungent not too pleasing.  No need to worry since this is just normal for the sharitaki noodles.
 
For those who are addicted to pasta but would like to cut on the carbs and do not want their blood sugar to go out of control, sharitaki is the answer to their wishes.  It is just like easting pasta without all the adverse effects it can give to your body.  Thai scientists found in tests they made that 1 gram of these noodles is powerful enough to absorb the sugar that goes to your bloodstream after having a meal high in carbohydrates.  Some sharitaki packages are ready to eat for the convenience of those in a hurry.
 
Start eating healthy and make sharitaki noodles a part of your daily diet.  It can be bought in any supermarket near your area.  It is great with flavors and spices it is served with since it absorbs the tastes well.  Make sure though that you rinse the noodles well before cooking.  You may choose to have it stir fried or cook it like you will cook any pasta noodles such as pasta primavera or Bolognese to name some.