Udon Noodles, are white and glossy in appearance with an ample girth. They feel silky and pleasantly slippery on the lips, but have a satisfying bite to them and have little taste of their own. There are three basic methods for cooking udon noodles in Japan, all of which involve boiling them first. They can then be served in hot soup, served hot or cold with a dipping sauce or stir-fried.