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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 Koay Teow Fried Rice
Address: Jln Trengganu, Taman Free School, 10460 George Town, Pulau Pinang
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Ida Mee Udang Sungai Dua
Address: 3640, Jln Sungai Dua, 13800 Butterworth, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
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Hasba Char Koay Teow
Address: Jalan Tanjung Bungah, Tanjung Tokong, 11200 Tanjung Bungah, Pulau Pinang
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Keys Char Koay Teow The Legend
Address: TBP 4964, Jln. Permatang Rawa, 14000 Bukit Mertajam, Pulau Pinang
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