Somen Chanpuru Recipe (Vegetable and Noodle Stir-Fry) | Cooking with Dog

tofu

🥗Healthier: tempeh

💰Cheaper: cottage cheese

Tempeh is a protein-rich alternative, while cottage cheese can reduce costs.

somen noodles

🥗Healthier: whole wheat noodles

💰Cheaper: spaghetti

Whole wheat noodles offer more fiber, while spaghetti is a budget-friendly substitute.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is a healthier fat option, while canola oil is more affordable.

carrot

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: frozen mixed vegetables

Zucchini can be a lower-calorie option, and frozen vegetables are often cheaper.

Cut the bitter melon in half lengthwise and scrape off the seeds and pith with a spoon.

Slice the goya into 3mm (0.1”) pieces and place them into a bowl.

Sprinkle salt on the goya and toss to coat; let sit for 5 minutes.

Rinse the goya in a bowl of water, then strain thoroughly and place onto a tray.

Remove excess moisture from the goya with a paper towel.

Boil a generous amount of water in a pot and cook the somen noodles for slightly less time than the package instructions; they should be firm.

Strain the noodles with a mesh strainer and pour water over them to reduce the temperature.

Rinse the somen in a bowl of ice water to remove the gooey texture, then remove excess water thoroughly and place the noodles onto a plate.

Add a small amount of olive oil to the noodles and toss to coat.

Combine chicken stock powder, sake, and soy sauce in a bowl and stir to mix.

Season the egg with salt and pepper, then beat it in a bowl.

Heat olive oil in a pan, then add chopped garlic, bitter melon, and carrot; stir-fry on medium heat.

When the carrot softens, add tuna and moyashi bean sprouts; continue to stir-fry.

Gather the vegetables to one side of the pan to make space for the egg, then pour in the beaten egg.

Cook the egg halfway through, then combine it with the other ingredients.

Reduce heat to low and add the somen noodles, pouring over the seasoning quickly to avoid overcooking the noodles.

Turn off the burner and let the ingredients absorb the seasoning.

Place the somen chanpuru onto a plate and sprinkle with black pepper.

Top with bonito flakes.

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