Char Kway Teow (炒粿条)
炒粿条 (Char Kway Teow) is a popular Malaysian Chinese stir-fried noodle dish that is packed with savory flavors and a variety of ingredients. This dish is a must-try for anyone looking to experience the delicious fusion of Chinese and Malaysian flavors.
Ingredients
- 400g flat rice noodles
- 200g prawns
- 200g Chinese sausage
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 eggs
- 200g bean sprouts
- 4 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons sweet soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons chili paste
- 1 teaspoon fish sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 4 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
- Soak the rice noodles in hot water for 15 minutes, then drain and set aside.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a wok over high heat. Add the prawns and Chinese sausage, and stir-fry until cooked. Remove from the wok and set aside.
- Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in the wok. Add the minced garlic and stir-fry until fragrant.
- Push the garlic to the side of the wok and crack the eggs into the empty space. Scramble the eggs until they are almost set.
- Add the soaked rice noodles, soy sauce, sweet soy sauce, chili paste, fish sauce, and sugar to the wok. Stir-fry everything together until well combined.
- Add the cooked prawns, Chinese sausage, and bean sprouts to the wok. Stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through.
- Transfer the Char Kway Teow to a serving dish and serve hot.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 45g
- Protein
- 10g
- Fat
- 15g
Supplies
Wok Cooking spatula Knife Cutting board Bowls
Tools
Stove
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Serve the Char Kway Teow with a side of sliced red chili and a wedge of lime for an extra kick of flavor.
Tips & tricks
Tips: Make sure the wok is very hot before adding the ingredients to achieve the perfect charred flavor in the noodles.
Cost
$15