Noodles Cooked This Way Are Better Than Fried! Hokkien Mee 福建面 Singapore Zi Char Noodle Recipe
Recipe Information
Hokkien Mee
Cultural Context
Originating from the Chinese community in Singapore, Hokkien Mee is a beloved dish that showcases the rich culinary heritage of the Hokkien people. Traditionally served at celebrations and gatherings, it combines various types of noodles with seafood and pork, reflecting the region's coastal influences. Today, it is enjoyed in many variations across Southeast Asia, often adapted to local tastes and available ingredients.
pork belly
🥗Healthier: chicken breast
💰Cheaper: pork shoulder
Chicken breast reduces fat content while pork shoulder is more affordable.
prawns
🥗Healthier: tofu
💰Cheaper: fish
Tofu provides a plant-based option, while fish can be less expensive.
Marinate chicken with salt, white pepper, cornstarch, and sesame oil, then set aside for 10 minutes.
Prepare prawns by cutting off the shell and antenna, and optionally devein them.
Heat a Lodge 32 cm wok over medium heat and add a little oil.
Add 150 g of fresh cooked yellow noodles to the wok and fry for about 1 minute to reduce alkaline taste and moisture.
Add 4 cloves of chopped garlic and stir until fragrant.
Add 1/2 teaspoon sugar and 5 tablespoons of premium dark soy sauce, mixing well to coat the noodles.
Pour in 1 liter of water, 1 1/2 tablespoons of oyster sauce, and 1 teaspoon of chicken stock powder, mixing well.
Cover and braise for 2 minutes on medium heat.
Add marinated chicken, prawns, and 100 g of sliced fish cake, cover, and cook for another 2 minutes on medium-high heat.
Add 100 g of chai sim and mix well to soften the vegetables.
Increase heat to reduce the sauce slightly, then add white pepper and additional dark soy sauce if desired.
Turn off the heat and serve.
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