Logo
Home Inspire Travel Connect Learn Tools Login Sign up

Char Kway Teow Recipe from Malaysia

Ingredients

  1. Flat rice noodles 200g - fresh
  2. Prawns 100g - peeled
  3. Chinese sausage 50g - sliced
  4. Bean sprouts 100g - (Optional)
  5. Chives 2 sprigs - chopped (Optional)
  6. Garlic 2 cloves - minced
  7. Soy sauce 2 tablespoons -
  8. Chili paste 1 tablespoon - (Optional)
  9. Egg 1 -
  10. Oil 2 tablespoons - vegetable

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a wok over high heat.

  2. Add minced garlic and stir-fry until fragrant.

  3. Add prawns and Chinese sausage, stir-fry until prawns turn pink.

  4. Add flat rice noodles and soy sauce, stir-fry well.

  5. Push the noodles to one side of the wok and crack an egg into the empty space.

  6. Scramble the egg and mix with the noodles.

  7. Add bean sprouts, chives, and chili paste, stir-fry for another minute.

  8. Serve hot.

Typical Accompaniments

  • sambal
  • lime wedges
  • pickled vegetables

Adaptations for Dietary Restrictions

  • Omit chili paste and serve with a side of sweet soy sauce.
  • Use gluten-free rice noodles and ensure soy sauce is gluten-free.
  • Replace prawns and Chinese sausage with tofu and extra vegetables.
Video thumbnail

MICHELIN STAR Char Kway Teow in Penang - Penang Street Food

By Ice Tea Jay

1 year ago

Video thumbnail

Fried Rice Noodles: Malaysian Family’s Secret Char Kway Teow Recipe Is a Hit in Australia

By Goldthread

2 years ago

Video thumbnail

Cockle And Egg Char Kuey Teow (Fried Noodle) | Malaysian Street Food

By KitoTV

5 years ago

Video thumbnail

I've Found The BEST Char Kway Teow Noodles! Amazing Wok Skills and Wok Hei! Street Food in Malaysia

By Singapore Foodie

2 years ago

Video thumbnail

Endless Queue ! Duck Egg Char Kway Teow in Penang - Malaysia Street Food

By Ice Tea Jay

9 months ago

Video thumbnail

First time trying Char Kway Teow in Malaysia 🇲🇾

By Shev and Dev

1 year ago

Video thumbnail

CHAR KWAY TEOW (Malaysian Chinese Style) #SHORTS

By dimsimlim

3 years ago

Video thumbnail

Eating the Best Char Koay Teow in Malaysia | Malaysian Street Food Heaven in Penang |

By The Food Ranger

9 years ago

Video thumbnail

This Uncle Makes the Best Char Kway Teow in Malaysia?! | 35 Year Shop | Malaysia Street Food | 炒粿条

By Seasoned Foodie

1 year ago

Video thumbnail

Singapore VS Malaysia: Char Kway Teow | Eatbook KPO | EP 46

By Eatbook

1 year ago

Char Kway Teow from Malaysia

  • Serving Tradition: Typically served on a plate with chopsticks or a fork.
  • Eating with Hands: It's not common to eat this dish with hands; utensils are preferred.

    • Cultural Etiquette

    History

    Summary: Char Kway Teow is a popular noodle dish in Malaysia, known for its stir-fried flat rice noodles and a variety of ingredients. It has Chinese roots, particularly from the Teochew and Hokkien communities, and has evolved to incorporate local flavors and ingredients.

    Cultural Significance: It is considered a comfort food in Malaysia and is often enjoyed at hawker centers, representing the multicultural food landscape of the country.

    Facts

    • Variations: Different regions may add different proteins or vegetables, such as cockles or tofu.
    • Name origin: The name 'Char Kway Teow' translates to 'stir-fried rice cake strips' in Hokkien.
    • Spices used: Chili paste, garlic, soy sauce
    • Family kid fact: Char Kway Teow is colorful and fun to eat, with lots of different textures!
    • Trivia for kids: It's a favorite dish among Malaysian kids, often enjoyed during family outings!
    • Cultural importance: Char Kway Teow is a symbol of Malaysian street food culture, enjoyed by locals and tourists alike.
    • Funny fact for kids: Did you know that some people like to add extra chili to make it super spicy?

    Worldschooling

    Cooking Tips for Kids

    • Make sure to have an adult help with the hot wok!
    • Use colorful vegetables to make the dish more appealing.
    • Let kids help with stirring the noodles (with supervision)!
    Image 1
    Image 2
    Image 3
    Image 4
    Image 5
    Image 6

    FamilyTravelHive

    © 2025 FamilyTravelHive