Vegetarian Lo Mein

Step 1

Cook noodles, drain, save the noodle water, set noodles aside.

Step 2

Heat wok.

Step 3

Add oil, mirin, garlic, ginger, and onion.

Step 4

Stir-fry for 3 minutes.

Step 5

Add carrots.

Step 6

Stir-fry for 2 minutes, or until they turn bright orange.

Step 7

Add ½ cup of noodle water.

Step 8

Stir.

Step 9

Add celery and collards.

Step 10

Stir-fry for 3 minutes, until they are bright green or as tender as you like them.

Step 11

Stir in the umeboshi vinegar.

Step 12

Add cooked noodles and stir everything together.