a) Boil a full kettle.

b) Trim the pak choi, then separate the leaves.

c) Bring a large saucepan of water to the boil with 1/4 tsp salt for the noodles.

a) Heat a medium saucepan on medium-high heat (no oil).

b) Once hot, add the pork mince and mushrooms. Fry until browned, 5-6 mins.

c) Use a spoon to break up the mince as it cooks, then drain and discard any excess fat. Season with salt and pepper. IMPORTANT: Wash your hands and equipment after handling raw mince.

a) Meanwhile, when your pan of water is boiling, add the noodles and pak choi. 

b) Cook until tender, 4 mins.

c) Once cooked, drain in a sieve and run under cold water to stop the noodles sticking together.

a) Once the mince is browned, stir in the garlic, ginger & lemongrass puree and soy sauce.

b) Cook until fragrant and the soy has evaporated, 1-2 mins.

c) Stir in the boiled water for the soup (see pantry for amount) from your kettle, chicken broth paste and sambal. Stir to combine and bring to the boil.

a) Once boiling, reduce the heat and simmer your broth for 2-3 mins. IMPORTANT: The mince is cooked when no longer pink in the middle.

b) Taste and season with salt and pepper if needed.

a) When ready, share the cooked noodles and pak choi between your bowls.

b) Pour the broth with pork and mushrooms over the noodles to make your soup and tuck in.

Enjoy!