Konjac Range: Noodles, Pasta and Rice

Are konjac noodles really good for you?

Some people say that these are “wonder” noodles because they contain low calories and very low carbohydrates. The reality is that Konjac or Shirataki noodles are special because they are filling and low in calories at the same time. These miracle noodles are high in glucomannan, a type of fibre that has impressive health benefits. In fact, glucomannan has been shown to cause weight loss in numerous studies which makes it a welcome addition to the pantry for anyone following a diet or wanting to slim down.

What Are Shirataki Noodles?

Shirataki noodles are long, white noodles, with almost zero calorie and zero carb. They’re gluten free, made from glucomannan, a type of fibre that comes from the konjac root. Glucomannan is a highly viscous fibre, which is a type of fibre that can absorb water to form a gel. Konjac noodles, shirataki, pasta or konjac rice move through your digestive system very slowly, which helps you maintain low blood sugar, help you lose weight, feel full and delays nutrient absorption into your bloodstream.

Japanese, Chinese and Korean people have known about konjac for a long time – it is an ancient ingredient. Konjac grows in Japan, China and Southeast Asia. Konjac is also used to make pasta and rice in many forms such as angel hair, spaghetti or fettuccine.

On its own, konjac is a healthy alternative to wheat pasta and rice noodles. However, the secret to keeping them healthy is to make sure you use a healthy recipe with noodles, rice or pasta. A good way to enjoy konjac noodles is in a stir fry with tofu and nutritionally dense, organic vegetables. Slendier has many nutritious, healthy recipes for your family.

Shirataki noodles (or konjac noodles) are very easy to prepare, with very low (almost) zero calories per serving. All you need to do is drain, rinse and use in your favourite recipe.