Miso noodles with fried eggs

• wholemeal noodles2 nests

  (100g)

• rapeseed oil↗1 tbsp

  plus a drop extra for frying

• ginger↗30g г

  cut into matchsticks

• green pepper↗1

  deseeded and cut into strips

• leeks↗2

  (165g), thinly sliced

• large garlic cloves↗3

  finely grated

• smoked paprika↗1 tsp
• brown miso↗1 tbsp
• beansprouts160g г
• frozen peas↗100g г

  defrosted

• baby spinach↗160g г
• large eggs↗2
• red chilli↗1

  deseeded and chopped (optional)

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Put the noodles in a bowl and cover with boiling water. Set aside to soften.

2. 2

   Meanwhile, heat the oil in a wok and stir-fry the ginger, pepper and leek for a few mins until softened. Add the garlic and paprika and cook for 1 min more. Drain the noodles, reserve 2 tbsp of the water and mix with the miso.

3. 3

   Add the drained noodles, miso liquid, beansprouts, peas and spinach to the wok and toss over a high heat until the spinach wilts. While you are doing this, fry the eggs in a little oil to your liking. Pile the noodles onto plates, top with the eggs and chilli, if using, and serve.