Lo Mein Noodles with Chinese Sausage and Gai Lan

Step 1

Boil the noodles according to the package directions until al dente, rinse with cold water and drain. Set aside.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together the sauce ingredients until well combined. Set aside.

Step 3

Set the stove temperature to medium-high heat. In a wok, add the Chinese sausage, ginger, and garlic. Stir frequently, letting the sausage fat render, and allowing the ginger and garlic to brown, about 2-3 minutes. Remove the ingredients from the wok and place on top of a paper towel. Leave the remaining fat in the wok.

Step 4

Increase the stove temperature to high heat and stir in the gai lan stems and 2 tablespoons of water, cover with a lid** and let it steam, until crisp tender, about 3 minutes. Then, stir in the gai lan leaves and remaining 2 tablespoon of water and let it steam until it is completely cooked, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 5

Add the noodles, green onions, and the sauce. Using tongs, toss the ingredients until it is well-coated with the sauce, about 2 minutes. Finally, add back the sausage, garlic, and ginger and combine before removing from the heat. Serve immediately.