Yakisoba (Japanese Fried Noodles)

Steps

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1. 1
   Quickly rinse the vegetables and gently pat them dry.
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2. 2
   Mix together the powdered yakisoba sauce, soy sauce, mirin, grated garlic, and 1 tablespoon of sake. Set aside.
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3. 3
   Heat sesame oil in a frying pan over medium heat for about 30 seconds. Add the whole noodle cake without separating it, gently press it down with a spatula, and fry until it becomes golden brown and fragrant.
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4. 4
   After frying for about 2-3 minutes, check the browning. Once evenly golden, flip it over and fry for another minute on the other side.
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5. 5
   Flip the noodles, add the vegetables and the remaining 1 tablespoon of sake, cover, reduce heat to low, and steam for 2 minutes.
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6. 6
   Open the lid, return to medium heat, and break up the noodles completely, mixing them well with the vegetables.
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7. 7
   Pour the sauce mixture from step 2 over the noodles and quickly stir-fry until well combined.
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