Vegan Beef and Broccoli Noodles

• • 2 cups soy curls
• • 12 ounces vegan-friendly stir fry noodles (such as Hokkien or Chow Mein)
• • ¼ cup cornstarch
• • 2 cups vegan beef broth
• • ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
• • 3 tablespoons Shaoxing wine
• • 2 tablespoons dark soy sauce
• • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
• • 1 tablespoons coconut sugar
• • 2 teaspoons white pepper
• • 3 tablespoons avocado oil
• • 1 large head of broccoli (cut into florets)
• • 10 cloves fresh minced garlic
• • 2 tablespoons fresh minced ginger
• • Toasted sesame seeds (for garnish, optional)
• • Thinly sliced green onion (for garnish, optional)

Soak the Soy Curls/Strips

1. 1

   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.

Cook the Noodles

1. 2

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

Prepare the Sauce

1. 3

   Meanwhile, whisk the cornstarch and ¼ cup of water in a large bowl. Add the vegan beef broth, low-sodium soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, dark soy sauce, sesame oil, coconut sugar, and white pepper. Give it another whisk to combine.

Prepare the Stir Fry

1. 4

   Heat the oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the soy curls and cook, stirring often, until the soy curls are lightly browned and slightly crisped around the edges, 4 to 5 minutes.

2. 5

   Add the broccoli to the wok and continue to simmer, stirring often, until the broccoli softens just a bit, another 4 to 5 minutes. (Note that I like my broccoli quite crunchy, but if you prefer it softer, simmer it in the sauce a few minutes longer to your liking).

3. 6

   Add the garlic and ginger to the wok 1 to 2 minutes. Push the soy curls to the sides of the wok and pour in the sauce. Pour in the sauce, reduce the heat to medium and simmer until the sauce thickens and reduces a bit, 4 to 5 minutes.

Add the Noodles

1. 7

   Reduce the heat to low. Add the noodles to the wok and give it a good toss to ensure they’re coated in the sauce

2. 8

   Serve immediately toasted sesame seeds and green onion, and enjoy!