West Virginia Executive Spring 2019 | Page 124

Japanese Udon Noodles 1 package udon noodles, thawed 1 small daikon radish 1 medium lotus root or carrot 1 small purple cabbage ¼ c sesame seeds Scallions for garnish Corn, vegetable or peanut oil shake before using because the ingredients will separate. For the stir fry, slice the vegetables thinly and set aside. In a smoking hot wok, add the vegetables and rapidly move them around the sides. After the vegetables begin to soften, score in a quarter cup of the sauce. Continue to rotate vegetables for 30-45 seconds. Next, add the pliable noodles to the dish and vigorously mix together. Combine all of the sauce ingredients into a squeeze bottle and shake well. Always Plate and garnish with sesame seeds, bonito flakes and scallions. 122 WEST VIRGINIA EXECUTIVE Noodle Sauce ½ c black vinegar 1 c mirin ½ c sesame oil 2 c low-sodium soy 1 c sweet soy ¼ c double black soy ¼ c fish sauce For the sauce, combine these ingredients, whisk together and set aside.