Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
600 g

hokkien noodles

rinsed

2 unit

eggs

beaten

1 tbsp

water

60 ml

vegetable oil

2 tbsp

fresh ginger

grated

4 clove

garlic

crushed

4 unit

fresh red chilies

seeded, sliced

2 tsp

sugar

200 g

red capsicums

seeded, sliced

150 g

green capsicum

seeded, sliced

4 unit

green onions

sliced

100 g

shredded Chinese cabbage

shredded

400 g

Chinese barbecue pork

sliced

80 ml

ketjap manis

60 ml

oyster sauce

Step 1
~2 min

Rinse hokkien noodles under hot water and drain thoroughly.

Step 2
~2 min

Separate the noodles with a fork to prevent sticking.

Step 3
~2 min

Beat eggs with water.

Step 4
~2 min

Heat a lightly oiled non-stick pan over medium heat.

Step 5
~2 min

Pour half the egg mixture into the pan and swirl to form a thin omelette.

Step 6
~2 min

Cook until the omelette is just set.

Step 7
~2 min

Transfer the omelette to a cutting board, roll tightly, and slice into thin strips.

Step 8
~2 min

Repeat with the remaining egg mixture.

Step 9
~2 min

Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a wok or large pan over medium-high heat.

Step 10
~2 min

Stir-fry grated ginger, crushed garlic, sliced red chilies, and sugar until fragrant.

Step 11
~2 min

Add sliced red capsicums, sliced green capsicums, and shredded Chinese cabbage to the wok.

Step 12
~2 min

Stir-fry the vegetables until the cabbage is just wilted.

Step 13
~2 min

Remove the vegetables from the pan and set aside.

Step 14
~2 min

Heat the remaining vegetable oil in the same pan.

Step 15
~2 min

Stir-fry the noodles for 2 minutes.

Step 16
~2 min

Add the stir-fried vegetables, sliced Chinese barbecue pork, ketjap manis, and oyster sauce to the noodles.

Step 17
~2 min

Stir-fry until everything is heated through and well combined.

Step 18
~2 min

Serve the Hokkien Mee sprinkled with omelette strips.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of chili to your spice preference.

Add prawns or other seafood for extra flavor.

Garnish with fried shallots for added crunch.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Vegetables and meat can be prepped ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot.

Add a side of chili sauce.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Asian slaw
Spring rolls

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Malaysia

Cultural Significance

Popular street food in Malaysia and Singapore.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Quick meal
Weeknight dinner

Popularity Score

75/100

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