Vegetarian Chow Mein (素菜炒面)

Step 1

Cook noodles according to the package instruction. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

Combine all the sauce ingredients in a bowl, stir to mix well.

Step 3

Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium high until hot. Add carrots, shiitake mushrooms, and baby bok choy. Sprinkle with a pinch of salt. Cook and stir for 1 minute. Pour in 2 tablespoons water. Cover the pan and let steam for 30 seconds. Transfer everything onto a big plate.

Step 4

Add the remaining 2 tablespoons oil and ginger. Stir a few times to release the fragrance. Add noodles. Toss the noodles with a pair of tongs until the edges turn a light golden color. Add more oil if the noodles stick together.

Step 5

Return the cooked vegetables to the pan. Add bamboo shoots, bean sprouts, and green onions. Pour in the sauce. Toss until the sauce is eventually mixed and absorbed. Remove the pan from the stove. Swirl in sesame oil (or homemade chili oil). Toss again to mix well.

Step 6

Transfer everything onto a big plate. Serve hot as a main.