Step 1

In a large pot over medium heat, add oil, garlic and shallots. Cook for 3-4 minutes, until onions are translucent and garlic is fragrant.

Step 2

Add broth, soy sauce, ginger and shiitake mushrooms and bring to a boil. Lower heat to low, cover and simmer for 20 minutes.

Step 3

Add bok choy and cook for 5 minutes, until tender. Turn the heat to very low and cover.

Step 4

Meanwhile, bring another pot of water to boil and turn the heat off. Add rice noodles, cover and let sit for a few minutes until they have softened. There should be instructions on the package – the average soaking time is around 6-7 minutes.

Step 5

Drain and divide noodles among two bowls.

Step 6

Add broth and baby bok choy to the noodles and top with a little sambal oelek (about 1/4-1/2 teaspoon – a little goes a long way, it’s very hot!)

Step 7

Serve.