One of the constant worries in a gluten-free lifestyle is what to do about eating out.
Especially noodles, such as ramen and pasta, which are a staple of the lunch menu. I sometimes eat them, but it is not so easy for those who are sensitive to wheat.
This time, we would like to introduce “Fukunoki,” a ramen restaurant in Sapporo that is also gluten-free.
Developed by a Yakuzen Meister! Tomato-based thick soup with no chemical seasonings
When you hear the word “ramen,” you may have an image of delicious but “junky” ramen.
However, “Fukunoki” here is the exact opposite of junk.
I am sorry to say that this is my subjective opinion, but let me list some of the features of the menu.
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- Tomato soup developed by the owner, a Yakuzen Meister
- No chemical seasoning used
- Lycopene equivalent to 3 tomatoes can be taken from the soup
- Synergistic effect of rice malt and tomato flavor (tames acidity)
- Basic noodles are flat noodles made from 100% Hokkaido “Haruyokoi” wheat
- Vegan menu available (no five pungent roots or garlic)
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I’m sure there are many more things we are particular about.
Anyway, in addition to being very tasty and healthy, they are also gluten-free,
I was most pleased with the fact that it is gluten-free.
I was most pleased with the fact that it is gluten-free.
Order the most popular No.1 menu item “Ebi Jarashi” with rice flour noodles.
Fukunoki has about 10 kinds of noodle menus, including limited time offerings (for details, please see the official website listed at the end of this article).
Among them, the No. 1 menu item by far is,
Ebi Jarashi” (1,080 yen). (1,080 yen / as of August 2023)
Excellent tomato soup with homemade shrimp broth
The reason for its popularity is the homemade americaine sauce.
Americaine is a sauce made by combining the broth made from shrimp shells and tomatoes.
Three kinds of shrimp are used, and the extract is slowly simmered in a pressure cooker each time, resulting in a rich and flavorful soup.
You can enjoy such a delicious soup by changing to rice flour noodles for +¥100.
You can eat gluten-free ramen.
What a blessing!
I have had rice flour noodles at other restaurants, but these noodles are different!
These noodles are exactly like ramen noodles.
The noodles are a little frizzy, so they are well mixed with the rich tomato soup, and their firmness makes them very satisfying to eat.
The rumored tomato soup was packed with the flavor of shrimp and had a rich but not cloying taste. Is this a result of the freshness of the tomatoes?
But the rice malt mellows out the whole dish, so there is no stinging acidity, nor is it salty.
The little bit of parmesan cheese on top does a great job, too, and adds a lot of richness and flavor.
So, I feel like I’m going to drink up more and more of the soup…
But first!
Risotto can be ordered to finish the meal.
You can also order risotto to finish off the meal for only ¥120 (plus tax)!
(Please make sure to order the risotto in advance.)
The rice used is a high-amylose rice called “Yukihikari” shipped directly from Hokuryu Town.
High-amylose rice is less sticky, so it is perfect for this kind of risotto to finish off the meal.
The slight yellow color is said to be the color of turmeric purchased from the real India.
I know you may be thinking, “Oh my God, won’t I eat too much?
(laugh), but there seems to be no need to worry too much, as the portions are large enough for even a woman to eat easily.
The author sometimes orders a final meal while considering her physical condition at the time and her plans for the rest of the day.
Note added on November 11, 2023.
The “rice flour baguette” can now be ordered as a side order ＼(^o^)／.
However, it may not always be available, so please inquire at the restaurant!
The cheese powder and pepper on the top was delicious!
About Rice Flour Noodles
Incidentally, these rice-flour noodles are also available for sale. (1 bag ¥190)
The store also sells bagged noodles with sauce for take-out!
(These are very popular and are said to sell out quickly.)
However, there is no rice flour noodle version.
You will have to share the frozen rice-flour noodles.
The secret story behind the development of the noodles was written on the official Instagram page, and it seems that it was difficult to make without using eggs or preservatives. After many prototypes with the noodle company, the rice-flour noodles were finally completed. We hope that all gluten-free people will try it, and even those who are not gluten-free should give it a try.
Of course, the wheat noodles are also very tasty! The author had them in a take-out bag of noodles!
For gluten-free ramen, go to Fukunoki!
There are many delicious restaurants, but when it comes to “gluten-free” restaurants, they are hard to find.
Many people may have given up especially on noodles.
We are very proud of the corporate efforts of the stores that have developed these delicious rice-flour noodles.
If you have a chance to visit Sapporo City in Hokkaido, please try the exquisite tomato noodles from “Fukunoki”.
It would be a nice point to be able to dine at the same table as those who want to eat wheat noodles as well as those who are gluten-free (^^).
Thank you for reading to the end.
*Menu prices shown here are current as of August 2023.
Fukunoki Store Information
| store name | Fukunoki |
| Address | 1F Minami Shijo Uni House, Minami 4-jo Nishi 10-chome, Chuo-ku, Sapporo View Map |
| Access to | ・Approximately 7 minutes on foot from Nishi 11-chome Station on the Subway Tozai Line ・Approximately 7 minutes on foot from Chuo Kuyakushomae Station on the streetcar line. |
| phone | 011-511-3055 |
| Business Hours | ▪️ Monday-Friday→11:30-15:00/17:00-21:00 ▪️Saturdays, Sundays and holidays→11:30-21:00 |
| regular closing day | Every Monday / 1st.3rd Tuesday |
| parking lot | 2 units in front of the store |
| cashless payment | PayPay、Merpay |
| Number of seats | 23 seats |
| accompanied by children | OK |
| Official website | 濃厚な味わいヌードル 福の樹 (fuku-noki.com) |
| Official SNS | LINE LINE Add Friend https://www.instagram.com/fukunoki.tomato/ https://ja-jp.facebook.com/fukunoki/ |
| External site (tabelog) | https://tabelog.com/hokkaido/A0101/A010102/1053949/ |
| External site (Hot Pepper Gourmet) | https://www.hotpepper.jp/strJ001196090/ |
| delivery service | Ubereats、Wolt対応 |
