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Easy Mee Goreng Recipe | Indonesian Stir Fried Noodles

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Mee Goreng

Cultural Context

Mee Goreng, a beloved dish in Malaysia, reflects the country's vibrant street food culture. This stir-fried noodle dish combines Chinese and Malay influences, showcasing a mix of flavors and textures. Traditionally enjoyed as a quick meal, it has gained popularity across Southeast Asia and beyond, with each region adding its unique twist.

MalayMYmain
30 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
400 g Egg noodles
150 g Chicken breast (or thigh)
150 g Prawns/Shrimps (peeled and deveined)
2 Eggs (whisked)
1 Shallot (cut thin slices)
2 cloves Garlic (finely chopped)
3 Cabbage leaves (shredded)
3 Choy sum (Bok choy, Pak choy)
100 g Bean sprouts
1 Fresh chilli (cut thin slices)
2-3 tbsp Vegetable oil (or any neutral flavour oil)
1 tbsp Light soy sauce
2 tbsp Sweet soy sauce (Kecap Manis)
2 tbsp Oyster sauce
1 tbsp Tomato Puree (Tomato paste or tomato ketchup)
1 tbsp Sambal (or chilli garlic sauce)
1 tsp Sesame oil
1 tbsp Vinegar (Rice or white vinegar)

yellow noodles

🥗Healthier: whole wheat noodles

💰Cheaper: instant noodles

Whole wheat noodles add fiber, while instant noodles are more affordable.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: cabbage

Chicken is leaner, while cabbage provides a vegetarian option.

tofu

🥗Healthier: tempeh

💰Cheaper: chickpeas

Tempeh is more nutritious, while chickpeas are budget-friendly.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Low-sodium options reduce salt intake, while tamari is gluten-free.

1

Mix all the sauce ingredients in a mixing bowl and set it aside.

2

Gather and prepare the ingredients ahead. Cut chicken into thin slices, peeled and devein the prawns. Cut the vegetables into thin slices. Separate the choy sum stems and leaves part.

3

Fry 2 eggs in a pan, break it into small pieces and set it aside.

4

In a large wok or pan, add 2-3 tablespoon of oil and add the chopped garlic, shallot and stir fry for few seconds. Follow with the chicken and fry for 1-2 minutes over medium-high heat, then add the prawns and continue cook for 1 minute.

5

Add choy sum stems, cabbage and stir for few seconds then follow with the noodles.

6

Pour the sauce mix in and stir well. Add choy sum leaves, bean sprouts, and chilli slices in. Continue stir fry for another 1-2 minutes.

7

Add the fried eggs and toss well to combine the ingredients evenly.

8

Transfer to serving plate and garnish with lime wedges.

9

Serve immediately while hot. Enjoy!

Cooking Techniques

stir-frying

Equipment Needed

wokpanmixing bowlspatulaknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

dairy-freenut-free

Allergens

shellfishsoy

Also Known As

Mie GorengFried Noodles

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