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Malaysian Char Kway Teow
Malaysian Char Kway Teow is a popular dish consisting of flat rice noodles stir-fried in light soy sauce with garlic, chilli, prawns, cockles, bean sprouts and Chinese sausage. It is a popular dish throughout Malaysia, especially in the northern states of Penang, Kedah, and Perak. Char Kway Teow is usually served with a side of chili sauce, with a squeeze of lime for extra flavor. This simple yet delicious meal is a popular street food item, and can also be found in many restaurants throughout Malaysia.
Ingredients (2 Persons)
- 4 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 shallot, finely chopped
- 2 Chinese sausages, sliced into thin strips
- 2 eggs, lightly beaten
- 2 cups flat rice noodles
- 1/2 cup bean sprouts
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper
Directions
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Step 1
Heat the oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and shallot and cook for 1 minute.
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Step 2
Add the Chinese sausages and cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Step 3
Pour in the eggs and scramble until cooked through, about 1 minute.
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Step 4
Add the rice noodles, bean sprouts, and green onions to the wok. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring to combine.
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Step 5
Stir in the soy sauce, fish sauce, sugar, sesame oil, and ground white pepper. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring to combine.
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Step 6
Serve the char kway teow hot, topped with additional green onions if desired.
Comments
Malaysian Char Kway Teow is delicious! It's made with flat rice noodles, prawns, egg, and bean sprouts for a flavorful take on the iconic dish. Best enjoyed with a hot cup of chai tea!
Delicious! The Malaysian Char Kway Teow was the perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors. The noodles were cooked perfectly and the pork lard added a wonderful depth of flavor. Highly recommended!
Malaysian Char Kway Teow is an incredible noodle dish with a sweet & spicy flavor! It's packed with shrimp, crispy tofu and egg to create a perfect balance of flavors. Delicious & satisfying on a hot day!
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