Fast Noodle Fix (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Noodles
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2 bundles of instant ramen (dry) noodles, roughly 140 grams combined
→ For Sautéing
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10 oz of sliced firm tofu, mushrooms, or your favorite vegetables
→ Sauce
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1 cup of either water or veggie broth
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Approximately 5-7 tablespoons of soy sauce
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1.5 teaspoons of dark soy sauce (optional, for color purposes)
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2 to 3 tablespoons of cornstarch
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1-3 tablespoons of your go-to sweetener (it could be sugar, maple syrup, or another liquid kind)
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2 tablespoons of lemon juice, rice vinegar, or plain vinegar
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A pinch (1/4 teaspoon) of ground black pepper
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Half a tablespoon of chili garlic paste (go ahead and skip if you prefer)
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1 tablespoon of fragrant sesame oil
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Minced garlic cloves (2 pieces, but optional)
→ For Serving
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Spring onions, finely sliced
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A sprinkle of sesame seeds
# Instructions:
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In a bowl, toss together all the sauce ingredients: the water or broth, soy sauces, cornstarch, sweetener, acid (like lemon or vinegar), chili garlic paste, sesame oil, ground pepper, and garlic. Stir it well till it's smooth and set it nearby.
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Boil a pot of water and let your noodles cook until they’re very firm—pull them out 2-3 minutes before the package says they’re done. Drain them and rinse under cold water if you like to stop the cooking.
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Throw a splash of oil in a big pan and heat it on medium-high. Add your tofu, mushrooms, or veggies and cook them until they’re to your liking.
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Give your sauce a good stir again to mix it up, then pour it into the pan with the cooked tofu or veggie mix. Let it cook on medium heat for a few minutes (2–3) and keep stirring while it thickens.
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Toss your noodles into the pan and mix everything up, making sure the noodles soak up that sauce evenly. Cook for about 3 minutes on medium-high, letting the sauce get thicker and coat everything nicely.
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Give it a taste and tweak the seasoning if needed. Dish it up and top with sesame seeds and chopped scallions. Dig in right away for the best flavor and texture!
# Notes:
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If you’re adding a lot of veggies or tofu, make extra sauce so everything gets coated!
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When using veggie broth, you might need less soy sauce—taste and tweak as you go.