Chopsticks are often praised as the perfect utensil for noodle enthusiasts, but many struggle to wield them correctly. The process can feel intimidating, especially if you haven’t mastered the technique from a young age. The key lies in understanding the proper grip, which allows you to deftly capture even the most slippery noodles. However, mastering the hold is only the first step. The next challenge: eating with chopsticks effectively. Gathering a clump of noodles often leads to an inelegant slurping spectacle, lacking the neatness of a spoon when tackling spaghetti. But there’s a revelation: a method for coiling noodles for the ‘perfect bite’ every time, suggesting we’ve all been misusing our chopsticks. In a TikTok tutorial by Saemmul Song, a clever trick is unveiled to consume noodles without slurping. Saemmul explains: “I don’t know if this is a Korean thing, it’s probably not, but in case you didn’t know, this is how you twirl noodles using chopsticks. It’s not going to work if you try to twist it like a fork. Instead, pick up a little bit of your noodles and just make circles around your plate or bowl.” She expertly twirled her chopsticks in the bowl, neatly winding the noodles into a ball for a fuss-free bite. Social media users were amazed by her technique, with many proclaiming it revolutionary. One enthusiastic fan declared: “Not even exaggerating when I say this is life-changing. Thanks for the tip!” Another was eager to try the method: “Oh this makes so much sense, I will try this!” Yet another commented gratefully: “Thank you so much! I just resign myself to getting it all over my face and shirt when it’s dangling!” The video has sparked a wave of interest in this simple yet effective method, offering a new way to enjoy noodles with chopsticks.
