Hoisin Garlic Noodles

• ¼ cup hoisin sauce
• salt
• black pepper
• 250 gr dried noodles (like soba noodles)
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 2 medium garlic cloves, finely chopped or grated
• ½ tsp grated ginger
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 5 green onions, thinly sliced
• 1 tsp maple syrup or honey
• ¼ cup roasted peanuts, finely chopped

Instructions

1. Cook noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a small bowl mix 1/4 cup hoisin sauce, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 teaspoon sesame oil, and 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup.
3. Heat a large pan over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons vegetable oil. Add grated garlic and ginger and cook for about 1 minute, until fragrant.
4. Add the cooked noodles to the pan and pour in the sauce. Add sliced green onions and toss well so the noodles are evenly coated. Heat through for about 1 minute.
5. Serve topped with chopped roasted peanuts.