Chinese Noodles: Shanghai Fried Noodles

Name: Chinese Noodles: Shanghai Fried Noodles
Ingredients: 12 ounces noodles (fresh thick round noodles or Japanese udon noodles); 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil; 2 tablespoons dark soy sauce; 2 teaspoons light soy sauce; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1 teaspoon cornstarch (dissolved in 1 tablespoon cold water); 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1/2 teaspoon fresh ginger (minced); 4 cloves garlic (thinly sliced); 3 green onions (white parts only, chopped); 1 star anise; 2 cups snow peas (trimmed); 2 cups napa cabbage (shredded)