Not really a fan of traditional mee pok because of the super-vinegary seasoning the noodles are often bathed in but this was different. There was still vinegar in this version but it wasn’t overpowering. Instead, it harmonized with all the other elements to beget a wonderful bowlful of umami. There was a nice variety of ingredients too (flavorful braised shrooms, just the right amount of minced meat and meatballs to avoid mee pok monotony and with a few slices of abalone thrown in). Noodles were perfectly springy and chewy. With the exception of (odious) bean sprouts, everything about today’s lunch was on point.