Fried Noodles with Bean Sprouts and Asparagus

Serves 4

4 oz. dried egg noodles
1/4 c. vegetable oil
1 small onion, chopped
1-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and grated
2 garlic cloves, crushed
6 oz. young asparagus spears, trimmed
1 c. bean sprouts
4 scallions, sliced
3 Tablespoons soy sauce
salt and pepper

1. Bring a pan of salted water to a boil. Add the noodles and cook fro 2-3 minutes, until tender. Drain and toss them into 2 tablespoons of the oil.

2. Heat the remaining oil in a preheated wok until very hot. Add the onion, ginger and garlic and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes. Add the asparagus and stir-fry for 2-3 more minutes.

3. Add the noodles and bean sprouts and stir-fry for 2 minutes.

4. Stir in the scallions and soy sauce. Season to taste, adding salt sparingly, as the soy sauce will add quite a salty flavor. Stir-fry for 1 minute, then serve immediately.