Indonesian-Style Noodles (Bakmi Goreng)

Step 1

Cook the noodles in plenty of rapidly simmering water until al dente, then drain.

Step 2

Meanwhile, stir the soy sauce and sugar together in a small bowl and set aside.

Step 3

Heat the oil in a wok or stir-fry pan. Add the garlic and sauté over low heat for 2 minutes, or until lightly golden.

Step 4

Add the tofu and continue to sauté until it becomes golden on most sides, stirring often.

Step 5

Add the bean sprouts, scallions, and ginger. Raise the heat to medium-high and stir-fry just until the sprouts are slightly wilted, about a minute.

Step 6

Add the cooked, drained noodles to the pan along with the soy sauce mixture and dried hot pepper flakes or hot sauce (or, you can pass them around).

Step 7

Stir everything together and stir-fry until the mixture is well heated through.

Step 8

Serve at once, passing around the chopped peanuts for garnishing individual servings.