ほぐし水みず

noun

softening water; loosening water

Specifically refers to the small packet of water included with some packaged noodles (like instant yakisoba) that is added to help separate and soften the noodles before cooking or eating. The literal meaning is 'loosening water'.

See also: 解す (ほぐす)

• カップ焼やきそばのふたを開あけて、ほぐし水みずを入いれてください。

  Open the lid of the cup yakisoba and add the softening water.

• ほぐし水みずを入いれたら、よく混まぜて麺めんをほぐしてください。

  After adding the softening water, mix well to loosen the noodles.