Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
200 g

Wheat Noodles

cooked

1 unit

Onion

finely sliced

1 unit

Green Bell Pepper

finely julienned

1 unit

Carrot

julienned

3 unit

Baby corn

julienned

2 tbsp

Sunflower Oil

as needed

2 tbsp

Sambal paste

store-bought or homemade

1 unit

Onion

chopped

6 unit

Green Chillies

remove seeds for milder

5 clove

Garlic

sliced

1 stalk

Lemongrass

thinly sliced

0.5 cup

Tamarind Water

prepared

10 unit

Dry Red Chillies

Byadgi & Guntur

2 tsp

Turmeric powder

1 tbsp

Sugar

1 tsp

Salt

to taste

1 tbsp

Sunflower Oil

as needed

Step 1
~6 min

Prepare the Sambal Paste: Blend onions, green chilies, garlic, lemongrass, tamarind water, and dried red chilies into a fine paste using a mixer or food processor.

Step 2
~6 min

Sauté the Sambal Paste: Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the prepared sambal paste and sauté until fragrant, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 3
~6 min

Add Turmeric and Cook: Incorporate turmeric powder into the sautéed sambal paste and cook on low heat for 10-15 minutes to eliminate the raw smell.

Step 4
~6 min

Season the Sambal: Add tamarind water, sugar, and salt to the mixture. Continue cooking until the oil separates and rises to the surface.

Step 5
~6 min

Cook Noodles: Cook wheat noodles according to package directions. Drain and allow to cool slightly.

Step 6
~6 min

Stir-fry Vegetables: Heat oil in a wok or large pan. Add sliced onions and sauté until translucent.

Step 7
~6 min

Incorporate Vegetables: Add julienned carrots, baby corn, and green bell pepper (capsicum) to the pan. Fry until slightly softened.

Step 8
~6 min

Combine Sambal and Vegetables: Add the prepared sambal paste to the stir-fried vegetables. Sauté for 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

Step 9
~6 min

Add Noodles and Season: Add the cooked noodles to the pan, along with salt to taste. Mix thoroughly to combine all ingredients evenly.

Step 10
~6 min

Serve Hot: Transfer the Sambal Spiced Veggie Mee Goreng to a serving bowl and serve immediately while hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of Sambal paste to your spice preference.

Add a squeeze of lime juice for extra tang.

Garnish with chopped peanuts and coriander for added flavor and texture.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Sambal paste can be made 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

Garnish with fresh cilantro

Add chopped peanuts

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Thai Grilled Pineapple

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southeast Asia

Cultural Significance

Popular street food dish.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Casual Gathering

Popularity Score

75/100

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