Noodle and Veggies

• 2 servings dry instant ramen noodle cakes (or other noodles of choice, around 140 g total)
• 10 oz extra firm tofu, veggies, or mushrooms of choice, sliced

Sauce

• 1 cup water or vegetable broth
• 5–7 tbsp soy sauce
• 1.5 tsp dark soy sauce (optional for color)
• 2–3 tbsp cornstarch
• 1–3 tbsp sugar or other liquid sweetener
• 2 tbsp rice vinegar, white vinegar, or lemon juice
• 1/4 tsp ground pepper
• 1/2 tbsp chili garlic sauce
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced (optional)

Toppings

• Chopped scallions
• Sesame seeds