Bok Choy and Vegetable Chow Mein

Ingredients

• Chow mein noodles (8 oz)
• Garlic (3 cloves, minced)
• Ginger (1 tablespoon, minced)
• Mushrooms (1 cup, sliced)
• Carrots (1 cup, julienned)
• Bell peppers (1 cup, thinly sliced (use a mix of colors))
• Snow peas (1 cup, trimmed)
• Bok choy (2 cups, chopped)
• Green onions (2, sliced (for garnish))
• Sesame seeds (2 tablespoons (for garnish))
• Vegetable broth (1/2 cup)
• Soy sauce (1/4 cup)
• Sesame oil (2 tablespoons)
• Cornstarch (1 tablespoon)
• Salt (to taste)
• Pepper (to taste)

Instructions

1. Cook the chow mein noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, vegetable broth, cornstarch, salt, and pepper until well combined. Set aside.
3. Heat a large wok or skillet over high heat. Add a tablespoon of vegetable oil and swirl to coat the pan.
4. Add the minced garlic and ginger, stir-frying for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
5. Introduce the sliced mushrooms, julienned carrots, and thinly sliced bell peppers to the pan. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
6. Add the chopped bok choy and snow peas, stir-frying for another 2 minutes until the bok choy wilts slightly.
7. Pour the prepared sauce mixture over the vegetables and stir well to coat. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens.
8. Add the cooked chow mein noodles to the wok, tossing to combine with the vegetables and sauce. Cook for another 2 minutes to heat through.
9. Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
10. Serve hot and enjoy the explosion of flavors!