Quick Saucy Noodles (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Noodles

01 - 140g (2 portions) of uncooked instant ramen cakes

→ Mix-Ins

02 - 10 oz of any combination: extra firm tofu, mushrooms, or vegetables

→ Flavor Sauce

03 - 1 cup veggie stock or water
04 - 5 to 7 tbsp regular soy sauce
05 - 1 1/2 tsp dark soy (skip if you want)
06 - 2 to 3 tbsp cornstarch for thickening
07 - 1 to 3 tbsp sugar or maple syrup
08 - 2 tbsp vinegar (rice vinegar preferred)
09 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
10 - 1/2 tbsp chili garlic paste (optional)
11 - 1 tbsp sesame oil for aroma
12 - 2 minced garlic cloves

→ Toppings

13 - Sliced green onions
14 - Sprinkle of sesame seeds

# Instructions:

01 - Mix everything for the sauce in a bowl. Adjust the flavors till you're happy.
02 - Boil noodles until just underdone. Drain and rinse, if you'd like.
03 - In a hot pan, cook tofu, veggies, or mushrooms with some oil till ready.
04 - Stir in the sauce, simmer to thicken. Toss the noodles in and stir-fry for about 3 minutes.

# Notes:

01 - Double the sauce if you're using extra veggies.
02 - Cut down soy sauce if you're using stock.