Interstitial Cystitis Friendly Black Pepper Mushroom Noodle Bowls with Snow Peas
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4 servings
For the sauce
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
Chef's tipCoconut aminos are sweeter and less salty; taste and adjust the seasoning. - 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
Ingredient noteBlack pepper can trigger interstitial cystitis symptoms in some people, but the small amount in this recipe (~3/8 tsp per serving) is likely tolerated by many. If you prefer to always avoid black pepper, please tap it and change its rating to Red.
- ½ cup water
- 1 tsp cornstarch
For the noodles and vegetables
- 8 oz lo mein noodles or thick wheat noodles
- 2 tbsp neutral oil (such as canola or vegetable oil), divided
- 1 lb mixed mushrooms (cremini, shiitake, or oyster), sliced ¼ inch thick
- 6 oz snow peas, strings removed
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
Ingredient noteFresh ginger can trigger interstitial cystitis symptoms in some people, but the small amount in this recipe (~3/4 tsp per serving) is likely tolerated by many. If you prefer to always avoid fresh ginger, please tap it and change its rating to Red.
- 3 scallions, thinly sliced, white and green parts separated
Ingredient noteInterstitial cystitis flags onions because alliums can irritate a sensitive bladder, but this recipe uses only the milder scallion green tops, which is likely fine for most. If you prefer to always avoid scallions, please tap it and change its rating to Red.
For serving
- 1 tsp sesame seeds (optional)
Can be omittedsesame seeds
- chili oil, for drizzling (optional)
Can be omittedchili oil
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sugar, black pepper, water, and cornstarch until the cornstarch is fully dissolved. Set aside.
- 2
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook the lo mein noodles according to package directions until tender with a slight resistance at the center, about 3–5 minutes. Drain in a colander, rinse briefly under cold water to stop cooking, and toss with a small drizzle of oil to prevent sticking. Set aside.
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