Spicy Mongolian Noodles

Ingredients

 * 10	oz	uncooked udon noodles
 * 1/3	cup	water
 * 1	tbl	grated fresh ginger
 * 2	tsp	minced fresh garlic
 * 1	bn	green onions, cut into 1/2" pieces
 * 4	oz	fresh shiitake mushrooms, stemmed & sliced
 * 4	cup	vegetable broth
 * 1/4	cup	soy sauce
 * 1/2	tsp	sambal oelek, (ground fresh chili paste)
 * 10 1/2	oz	extra firm lite silken tofu, cut into cubes
 * 4	cup	sliced bok choy greens, stalks removed
 * 1/3	cup	chopped cilantro

Directions

 * Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the noodles and cook until tender; 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
 * Meanwhile, place the 1/3 cup water, ginger and garlic in a large soup pot.
 * Cook, stirring, for 2 minutes. Add the onions and mushrooms and cook for 3 minutes. Add the broth, soy sauce, and chili paste. Cover and bring to a boil.
 * Add the tofu and bok choy and cook for 2 minutes. Turn off the heat and add the cooked noodles and cilantro. Stir to mix. Serve at once.