Teochew Style Fried Kway Teow (潮州炒粿条)

潮州炒粿条 (Teochew Style Fried Kway Teow) is a classic dish from the Chaoshan (Teochew) Cuisine, known for its simple yet flavorful taste. This dish features flat rice noodles stir-fried with an assortment of ingredients, creating a harmonious blend of textures and flavors.

Teochew Style Fried Kway Teow (潮州炒粿条)

Ingredients

  • 400g flat rice noodles
  • 200g shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 100g Chinese chives, cut into 2-inch lengths
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. Soak the flat rice noodles in hot water for 15 minutes, then drain and set aside.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, sugar, and white pepper. Set aside.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a wok over high heat. Add the shrimp and stir-fry until pink and cooked through. Remove from the wok and set aside.
  4. Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in the wok. Add the minced garlic and stir-fry until fragrant.
  5. Push the garlic to the side of the wok and pour the beaten eggs into the center. Scramble the eggs until just set.
  6. Add the soaked rice noodles to the wok and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes.
  7. Pour the sauce mixture over the noodles and toss to coat evenly.
  8. Add the cooked shrimp and Chinese chives to the wok. Stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes until everything is heated through.
  9. Transfer the fried kway teow to a serving dish and serve hot.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
25 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Carbohydrates
45g
Protein
8g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Wok Cutting board Knife Bowls Measuring spoons

Tools

Stove Spatula Strainer

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Serve the Teochew Style Fried Kway Teow with a side of sambal belacan (spicy shrimp paste) and a refreshing cucumber salad.

Tips & tricks

Tips: Ensure that the wok is very hot before adding the ingredients to achieve the perfect stir-fry texture.

Cost

$15