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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
127 amazing places to try Char Koay Teow
炒粿條 CHAR KOAY TEOW
Address: 10300, Malaysia, Penang, George Town, Georgetown, Pengkalan Weld
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Zam char kuey teow
Address: PSS DI HDPN KOMPLEKS & PASAR JALAN TENGKU JELUTONG, 11600 George Town, Penang
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Goggles Man Char Kuey Teow
Address: 98, Lorong Selamat, George Town, 10400 George Town, Pulau Pinang
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Call Me Fire Char Koay Teow
Address: 8, Jalan Desiran Tanjung 3, Seri Tanjung Pinang, 11200 Tanjung Tokong, Pulau Pinang
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Mady Penang Char Koay Teow
Address: Kawasan Perumahan Sungai Emas, 11050 Batu Ferringhi, Penang
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