Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
500 g

kway teow

3 cloves

garlic

chopped

3 tbsp

cooking oil

300 g

prawns

shelled, tails intact

150 g

cockles

scalded and shelled

150 g

bean sprouts

100 g

chives

cut into 3cm lengths

1 tbsp

chili paste

2 unit

eggs

2 tbsp

water

1 tbsp

light soya sauce

1 pinch

salt

1 pinch

pepper

1 tbsp

dark soya sauce

Step 1
~2 min

Prepare the seasoning by mixing light soya sauce, salt, pepper, chili paste, and dark soya sauce in a bowl.

Step 2
~2 min

Heat a wok with cooking oil until very hot.

Step 3
~2 min

Fry the chopped garlic until light brown.

Step 4
~2 min

Add the prawns and cockles to the wok.

Step 5
~2 min

Push the fried ingredients to one side of the wok.

Step 6
~2 min

Add the kway teow to the wok.

Step 7
~2 min

Stir-fry the kway teow quickly.

Step 8
~2 min

Add the seasoning mixture and chili paste to the noodles.

Step 9
~2 min

Sprinkle a little water into the wok.

Step 10
~2 min

Mix all the fried ingredients with the noodles.

Step 11
~2 min

Create an empty space in the center of the wok.

Step 12
~2 min

Crack an egg into the center.

Step 13
~2 min

Add a little more oil to the egg.

Step 14
~2 min

Cover the egg with the noodles and other ingredients.

Step 15
~2 min

Stir-fry everything evenly.

Step 16
~2 min

Add the bean sprouts and chives to the wok.

Step 17
~2 min

Stir-fry until the bean sprouts and chives are just cooked, being careful not to overcook them.

Step 18
~2 min

Remove the dish to a plate and serve hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use high heat to achieve the best 'wok hei'.

Do not overcrowd the wok, cook in batches if necessary.

Adjust the amount of chili paste to your liking.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Seasoning can be prepared ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Pickled vegetables
Lime wedges

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Penang, Malaysia

Cultural Significance

A popular street food dish representing Malaysian Chinese cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Lunch
Dinner
Casual Meal

Popularity Score

75/100

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