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Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
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Meanwhile, put 1 tablespoon of the sesame oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
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Add the meat and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned, about 5 minutes.
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Remove with a slotted spoon and place in a large bowl.
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Cook the carrots in the same skillet, stirring occasionally, just until they lose their crunch, about 5 minutes.
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Add to the meat.
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Put the remaining sesame oil in the skillet and add the onion; cook, stirring occasionally, until it begins to brown, about 5 minutes.
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Remove with a slotted spoon and add to the meat.
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If youre using the fish cake, add it to the pan now and cook, stirring occasionally, until it begins to brown, about 5 minutes.
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Remove and add to the meat mixture.
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Raise the heat to high, add the scallions, and cook, stirring, until they wilt, just 2 or 3 minutes.
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Add to the meat mixture.
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Add a little more oil if necessary and stir-fry the spinach over medium heat until hot, 3 to 5 minutes.
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Add to the meat mixture.
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Add the mushrooms and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes.
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Add to the meat.
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Add the noodles to the boiling water and turn off the heat.
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The noodles will be tender in about 5 minutes; drain.
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Add the noodles and soy sauce to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes.
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Add to the meat mixture.
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Toss the noodles and meat mixture well, adding salt, pepper, and more sesame oil or soy sauce to taste.
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Garnish with the pine nuts and sesame seeds and serve at room temperature.
