What makes any instant ramen noodles taste and feel different from regular pasta when cooked ? And why/how do ramen noodles curl during the making process ?

Question

What makes any instant ramen noodles taste and feel different from regular pasta when cooked ? And why/how do ramen noodles curl during the making process ?

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Answer 1

Instant ramen noodles are usually dehydrated by frying them in palm oil, while pasta are usually hot air dried, this also creates differences in taste.