thick noodles; thick pasta
Refers to noodles or pasta with a thick cross-section, such as udon, fettuccine, or thick ramen. Used in cooking and menu contexts.
The thick noodles at this ramen shop are very satisfying.
パスタは太麺の方がソースがよく絡む。
With pasta, thick noodles hold the sauce better.
Compound of 太 (ふと, 'thick') and 麺 (めん, 'noodle'). The reading ふとめん is a straightforward kun'yomi combination.