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MEE GORENG MAMAK
Authentic home-style preparation with local flair
CHEF'S SNAPSHOT
This recipe reflects Penang's vibrant street heritage. Master heat control, prep everything first, and work with confidence for authentic flavour that captures the soul of Malaysian cuisine.
Have all ingredients within reach for speed and smooth execution.
High heat brings depth and the signature "wok hei" — don't over-stir.
Follow the sequence — timing and order shape perfect results.
Ingredients
Gather these fresh ingredients before you start cooking. Quality ingredients make all the difference. If an ingredient has no measurement, the amount is up to your discretion.
- 300g yellow noodles
- 100g prawns (shelled)
- 100g firm tofu (cubed and fried)
- 1 potato (boiled and cubed)
- 2 cloves garlic (chopped)
- 1 shallot (sliced)
- 1 tbsp chili paste
- 1 tbsp tomato ketchup
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 egg
- 1 cup bean sprouts
- a handful of choy sum (chopped).
Method
Follow each stage deliberately. Technique and timing shape the final texture, aroma and depth of flavour.
- Prepare Noodles: If using fresh yellow noodles, rinse them in hot water.
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat oil in a wok. Sauté the garlic and shallots until fragrant. Add the chili paste and cook for a minute.
- Add Protein: Add the prawns and cook until they turn pink. Add the fried tofu and boiled potato cubes.
- Add Sauces and Noodles: Stir in the tomato ketchup and soy sauce. Add the yellow noodles and stir-fry, making sure the noodles are well-coated with the sauce.
- Add Egg and Vegetables: Push the noodles to one side of the wok. Crack an egg in the empty space and scramble it. Mix the scrambled egg with the noodles. Add the choy sum and bean sprouts and stir-fry for another minute until the vegetables are slightly wilted.
- Serve: Serve hot, often with a wedge of lime on the side.
Insider Tips
Expert advice to elevate your cooking and achieve authentic restaurant-quality results.
- For an authentic Mamak flavour, add a little bit of sweet soy sauce (kicap manis).
- A squeeze of lime juice before eating cuts through the richness and adds a fresh tang.
- You can adjust the spiciness by adding more or less chili paste.
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