Authentic Longevity Noodles Recipe for Chinese New Year

Ingredients

• 250 g (8–9 oz) fresh wheat noodles or egg noodles
• 1 tbsp neutral oil (grapeseed or avocado)
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
• 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
• 1 carrot, julienned
• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 150 g (5 oz) mushrooms (shiitake or cremini), sliced
• 2 green onions, cut into 2-inch pieces
• 2 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari)
• 1 tbsp oyster sauce
• 1 tsp honey or brown sugar
• 2–3 tbsp water or vegetable broth
• Optional protein: shrimp, tofu, or chicken strips
• Garnish: sesame seeds, extra green onions