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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
110 amazing places to try Char Koay Teow
Call Me Fire Char Koay Teow
Address: 8, Jalan Desiran Tanjung 3, Seri Tanjung Pinang, 11200 Tanjung Tokong, Pulau Pinang
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呷好料炒粿条JIAK HAO LIAO CHAR KOAY TEOW
Address: 68J, Jalan Free School, 11600 George Town, Pulau Pinang
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Bagan Char Kuey Teow
Address: 4873, Jalan Bagan Luar, Kampung Benggali, 12000 Butterworth, Pulau Pinang
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Presgrave Street Ah Shen Duck Egg Char Koay Teow 三条路亚胜鸭蛋炒粿条
Address: 67B, Lebuh Presgrave, 10300 George Town, Pulau Pinang
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Jalan Tengah Sim Food Court
Address: Block 70, G-1, Jalan Tengah, Bandar Bayan Baru, 11900 Bayan Lepas, Penang
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