Japanese Yakisoba (Stir-Fried Noodles)

Step 1

For the Soba: Bring a pot of water to boiling and cook soba for 5 minutes. (ONLY FIVE MINUTES.) Drain and rinse immediately, then set aside.

Step 2

For the sauce: Add all ingredients to a small sauce pot and stir well. Bring to a low simmer and cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring regularly. You just want to "meld" the flavors together and cook the tomato paste.

Step 3

For the Vegetables: Warm oil and add ginger and garlic. Cook for about 30 seconds -1 minute, then add mushrooms and onion. Sauté over low heat (to avoid burning the garlic and ginger) until soft and fragrant. Add carrots and cook until soft.

Step 4

Add cabbage and cook over high heat until slightly wilted, but still crunchy.

Step 5

Mix in the yakisoba sauce and stir well.

Step 6

Remove from heat and drizzle with 1 Tablespoon sesame oil and serve! I like to mix in a little fresh greens for color. We used mizuna, but you can use arugula, spinach, kale, or even cilantro!