Shiitake, garlic and spring onion noodles

Instructions

1. Place the shiitake mushrooms in a bowl and cover with the boiling water. Stand for 15 minutes, then snip off the stalks with scissors and very finely slice the caps. Place the steeping water and mushrooms in a small saucepan and bring to a simmer. Simmer for 2 minutes, then remove from the heat and add the sauces and sugar.
2. Meanwhile, place the vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat and add the spring onions. Cook, stirring regularly until golden, then remove from the oil and set aside. Reduce the heat to low and allow the oil to cool a little, then add the garlic and cook until lightly browned. Add to the bowl with the spring onion and reserve the flavoured oil.
3. Bring a large saucepan of water to the boil. Add the noodles and cook the noodles for just 30 seconds – 1 minute. Drain well, then place in a large bowl. Add the flavoured oil, mushrooms and sauce and toss to combine. Transfer to serving bowls and top with the spring onions and garlic. Serve with a little black vinegar on the side.