Step 1

Combine all sauce ingredients. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 2

Cook the noodles according to package instructions and add to a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

Steam or blanch the beansprouts and wheat gluten. If steaming, steam for about 5 minutes over high heat. If blanching, you can do so for about 30 seconds. Add them to the bowl with the noodles, along with the cilantro and cucumber.

Step 4

Pour the sauce into the mixing bowl and toss everything together. Taste once again, and adjust seasonings. Feel free to add more vinegar, soy sauce, salt, chili oil, or sugar to your liking. Serve!