Chinese Broccoli – trim ends, cut into 7.5cm/3" pieces. Separate leaves from stems. Cut thick stems in half vertically so they're no wider than 0.8cm / 0.3" thick.
Noodles – Prepare according to packet directions and drain. Time it so they’re cooked just before using – do not leave cooked rice noodles lying around, they break in the wok.
Sauce – Mix ingredients until sugar dissolves.
Heat oil: Heat 1 tbsp oil in a very large heavy based skillet or wok over high heat.
Cook garlic and protein: Add garlic, cook 15 seconds. Add protein choice.
Chinese broccoli STEMS: Add Chinese broccoli stems, cook until protein is almost cooked through.
Chinese broccoli LEAVES: Add Chinese broccoli leaves, cook until just wilted.
REMOVE protein from wok: Remove everything in the wok onto a plate (scrape wok clean).
Caramelise noodles: Return wok to stove, heat 2 tbsp oil over high heat until it starts smoking. Add noodles and Sauce. Toss as few times as possible to disperse Sauce and make edges of noodles caramelise – about 1 to 1 ½ minutes.
Add protein back in: Quickly add protein and veg back in, and toss to disperse. Serve immediately!
