Garlic Bok Choy Noodle Soup

Name: Garlic Bok Choy Noodle Soup
Ingredients: 2 whole baby bok choy (halved lengthwise with root end attached); ½ whole shallot (diced); 1 whole serrano pepper (diced, deseed (if too spicy)); 1 tbsp garlic (minced or paste); 1 tbsp avocado oil; 4 whole shiitake mushrooms (sliced); 2 ounces rice noodles (ramen or udon are other great options); 2 cups water; 3 tbsp soy sauce (low sodium); 3 tbsp maple syrup; 1 tbsp rice vinegar; ½ tsp salt (optional); black sesame seeds; crispy chili oil; green onions (chopped)