Ingredients

  • 8 oz. somen noodles
  • 1 Tbs. peanut or vegetable oil
  • 3 cups sliced Chinese or napa cabbage
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tsp. minced gingerroot
  • 16-oz. pkg. frozen stir-fry vegetables, thawed
  • 1/2 cup vegetable stock or pasta cooking water
  • 13 cup white or mellow miso
  • 1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes
  • 2 tsp. sesame seeds, toasted (optional)

Method

  • In large saucepan, bring 3 quarts water to a boil.
  • Place noodles in boiling water, stir and return to a boil.
  • Cook, stirring occasionally, until al dente, about 2 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add cabbage, garlic and gingerroot and cook, stirring, for 1 minute.
  • Add package of vegetables, stock or water, miso and pepper flakes and simmer until vegetables are crisp-tender, about 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Drain noodles and transfer to large serving platter.
  • Add vegetable mixture and toss well.
  • Sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired.