Peppered 'Beef' Stir Fried Noodles

For the ‘Beef’

• 4 ounces dehydrated soy curls (about 2 ½ cups)
• 2 tablespoons Shaoxing wine
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoon vegetable oil

For the Sauce

• 1 cup vegan beef broth
• ¼ cup soy sauce
• ¼ cup Shaoxing wine
• 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 2-3 teaspoons fresh ground black pepper

Stir Fried Noodles

• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 2 red bell peppers, (thinly sliced)
• ½ cup white and light green parts of green onions, (chopped (about 1 bunch))
• 2 jalapenos, (deseeded, deveined, and thinly sliced)
• 10 cloves fresh minced garlic
• 300 grams fresh vegan-friendly noodles of choice, (such as Hokkien or Udon)
• Thinly sliced green onion, (for garnish)
• Toasted sesame seeds, (for garnish)

1. 1

   For the ‘beef’, soak the soy curls in hot water for 8 to 10 minutes. After the soy curls have soaked, drain and squeeze out the excess water thoroughly through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth. Place the soy curls in a bowl and mix with the with the Shaoxing wine, soy sauce, hoisin, salt and cornstarch, tossing to thoroughly combine. Place the oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the seasoned soy curls and cook, stirring every couple of minutes, until the edges are crisped, 8-10 minutes. Transfer the soy curls to a plate and set aside.

2. 2

   Meanwhile, prepare the sauce by whisking together its ingredients in a bowl. Set aside.

3. 3

   For the stir fry, add the oil to the same skillet that you cooked the soy curls in over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the bell peppers, green onion and jalapeno. Cook, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are slightly wilted, 5 to 6 minutes. Add the garlic and stir fry until fragrant, another 1 to 2 minutes.

4. 4

   Pour in the sauce and bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally, until it slightly thickens, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the fresh noodles and mix until they are fully incorporated with the sauce. Continue to cook according to package directions, usually no more than 5 or 6 minutes. Toss in the soy curls and mix until combined. Serve immediately with fresh green onion and toasted sesame seeds. Enjoy!