Mee Goreng Mamak
This spicy and savory Malaysian-style fried noodle dish features yellow noodles stir-fried with a rich sauce, vegetables, and protein. It's a popular street food, known for its vibrant flavors and satisfying texture. This recipe is a hearty and flavorful meal perfect for a weeknight dinner.
An original recipe by Forkin
- Total time
- 45 min
- Serves
- 4
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Per serving
- 674 kcal
Allergen information: may contain crustaceans, eggs, fish, gluten, molluscs, and soy. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.
Mise en place
Ingredients
Converted for display; the recipe amounts stay equivalent.
Ingredients
- 400 gyellow noodle, fresh
- 3 tbspcooking oil
- 3 clovegarlic, minced
- 2 pcsshallot, thinly sliced
- 2 pcsred chili, sliced
- 200 gprawn, peeled and deveined
- 150 gchicken breast, cut into thin strips
- 100 gfish cake, sliced
- 100 gbean sprout
- 150 gchoy sum, cut into 2-inch (5.1 cm) pieces
- 2 pcsegg
sauce
- 1 tbspdark soy sauce
- 2 tbsplight soy sauce
- 1 tbspoyster sauce
- 2 tbspchili sauce
- 1 tbspketchup
- 2 tbspwater
garnish
- 1 pcslime, cut into wedges(optional)
Equipment
wok · spatula · knife · small bowl · cutting board
The method
Step by step
- 1
Prepare the sauce by combining the dark soy sauce, light soy sauce, oyster sauce, chili sauce, ketchup, and water in a small bowl. Stir until well mixed and set aside.
About 2 min
- 2
Heat cooking oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat.
About 1 min
- 3
Add the minced garlic, sliced shallots, and sliced red chilies to the wok. Stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
About 2 min
- 4
Add the chicken strips and prawns to the wok. Stir-fry until the chicken is cooked through and the prawns turn pink, about 3-4 minutes.
About 4 min
- 5
Push the chicken and prawns to one side of the wok. Crack the eggs into the empty space and scramble them until just set.
About 2 min
- 6
Add the sliced fish cake and fresh yellow noodles to the wok. Pour the prepared sauce over the noodles.
About 1 min
- 7
Toss everything together vigorously for 2-3 minutes, ensuring the noodles are evenly coated with the sauce and heated through.
About 3 min
Cook’s note: Use tongs or two spatulas for easier tossing.
- 8
Add the choy sum and bean sprouts to the wok. Continue to stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender-crisp.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: Do not overcook the vegetables; they should retain some crunch.
- 9
Remove from heat and transfer the mee goreng mamak to serving plates.
- 10
Serve immediately, garnished with a lime wedge if desired.
Cook’s note: A squeeze of fresh lime juice brightens the flavors.
Per serving
Nutrition
- Calories
- 674.1kcal
- Protein
- 43g
- Carbs
- 85.7g
- Fat
- 16.8g
- Fibre
- 4.8g
- Sugar
- 6.9g
Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.
Keep it good
Store any leftover mee goreng mamak in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Reheat in a microwave or a pan over medium heat until warmed through, adding a splash of water if dry.
More recipes
All recipesmain course
Khoresh Bademjan (Persian Eggplant Stew)
This flavorful Persian eggplant stew features tender eggplant and juicy beef (or lamb) simmered in a rich tomato-based sauce with sour grapes. It's a comforting and aromatic dish, perfect served with fluffy basmati rice.
2 hr 663 kcalappetizer
Classic Olive Tapenade
This vibrant French olive tapenade bursts with briny, savory flavors from a blend of black and green olives, capers, and a hint of garlic. It's an effortlessly elegant appetizer, perfect for spreading on crusty bread or crackers, offering a delightful textural contrast and a zesty finish.
25 min 242 kcalside dish
Ambasha (Ethiopian Flatbread)
Ambasha is a traditional Ethiopian celebration bread, typically baked in a round shape with an intricate pattern on top. This vegan version uses common pantry ingredients to create a soft, slightly sweet, and aromatic flatbread perfect for scooping up stews or as a side.
2 hr 25 min 330 kcaldessert
Gulab Jamun
Gulab jamun are soft, deep-fried milk solids dumplings, soaked in a fragrant rose and cardamom syrup. This classic South Asian dessert is perfect for celebrations or a sweet treat after a meal.
1 hr 50 min 673 kcalsnack
Crispy Bread And Butter Pickles
A classic sweet and tangy pickle with a satisfying crunch, perfect for adding to sandwiches, burgers, or enjoying as a standalone snack. This recipe uses a cold brining method with salt and ice to draw out excess water, ensuring the cucumber slices stay wonderfully crisp.
3 hr 35 min 177 kcalbreakfast
Serabi (Indonesian Coconut Pancakes)
These soft and fluffy Indonesian coconut pancakes are a popular street food, often enjoyed for breakfast or as a snack. Made from rice flour and coconut milk, they offer a delightful subtle sweetness and a unique texture. This recipe creates a plain version, perfect for enjoying with various toppings.
1 hr 50 min 461 kcalmain course
Chả Cá Lã Vọng (Turmeric Fish with Dill)
This traditional Hanoi dish features tender white fish marinated in turmeric and galangal, then pan-fried and served with an abundance of fresh dill and scallions. It's typically enjoyed with vermicelli noodles, peanuts, and a pungent shrimp paste sauce.
1 hr 20 min 666 kcal