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.

Char Kway Teow (炒粿条)

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

  1. Soak the rice noodles in hot water for 15 minutes, then drain and set aside.
  2. 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.
  3. Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in the wok. Add the minced garlic and stir-fry until fragrant.
  4. 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.
  5. 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.
  6. Add the cooked prawns, Chinese sausage, and bean sprouts to the wok. Stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through.
  7. 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