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draining hot water; straining off boiling water
The act of draining hot water from boiled noodles or other foods. A fundamental step in cooking ramen, pasta, soba, and similar dishes.
Usage
湯切り is commonly associated with ramen preparation, where the cook lifts noodles from boiling water in a strainer and shakes off excess water before placing them in the broth. The quality of 湯切り affects the final taste of the dish.