Cellophane noodles with vegetables

4 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1packCellophane Noodles
3tablespoonsWater
1tablespoonYellow bean paste
1teaspoonCornstarch
1teaspoonSugar
1teaspoonSoy sauce
2tablespoonsOil
1mediumCarrot, cut into 2x1/4-inch strips
1Clove garlic, finely chopped
1teaspoonFinely chopped ginger root
1mediumZucchini, cut into
X1/4-inch strips
1Green onion (with top), sliced

Directions

** Chinese cellophane noodles are, as their name implies, nearly translucent. Yellow bean paste is available in Chinese groceries and specialty shops. 1 pkg (3¾ oz) cellophane noodles Cover noodles with hot water. Let stand 10 minutes. Drain. Cut into 2-inch lengths. Mix 3 tablespoons water, bean paste, cornstarch, sugar and soy sauce. Reserve. Heat oil in wok or 10-inch skillet until hot. Add carrot, garlic and ginger root. Stir-fry 1 minute. Add zucchini. Stir-fry 2 minutes. Add noodles and bean paste mixture.

Stir-fry 45 seconds. Sprinkle with green onion.

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