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CHAR KOAY TEOW
Also known as: Char Kuey Teow, Char Kway Teow, Fried Koay Teow
The Story
A beloved stir-fried noodle dish with a smoky aroma, often cooked over a charcoal fire.
Flavor Profile
Smoky, savory, and slightly sweet with a rich umami flavor from soy sauce and seafood.
Key Ingredients
Flat rice noodles, prawns, cockles, Chinese sausage, bean sprouts, chives, egg.
Did You Know?
The key to a great Char Kway Teow is the "wok hei," the smoky, seared flavor from being cooked at a very high heat.
Average Price
RM 8 to 15
Per serving
WHERE TO FIND IT
Explore the best spots across Penang serving authentic Char Koay Teow
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RESTAURANT GUIDE
133 amazing places to try Char Koay Teow
Char Kuey Teow Stall
Address: 86, 86, Lebuh Kimberley, George Town, 10100 George Town, Pulau Pinang
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Left-handed Char Koay Teow
Address: 79-G-11, Ivory tower, Kampung Jawa Baru, Off, Jalan Dato Keramat, 10150 George Town, Penang
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Char Master Sauce
Address: Fasa 3, 1, Lorong Kampung Jawa, Taman Perindustrian FTZ, 11900 Bayan Lepas, Pulau Pinang
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Sany - Lis Char Kuey Teow
Address: 4, Lorong Mahsuri 2, Bayan Baru, 11950 Bayan Lepas, Pulau Pinang
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