Mee Goreng Recipe: Stir-Fried Noodles with Sweet & Spicy Flavors
Here’s how I prepare delicious Indonesian mee goreng at home. Let’s dive into the ingredients and the steps to create this vibrant dish.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces egg noodles (fresh or dried)
- 1 cup shrimp (peeled and deveined) or 1 cup chicken (sliced) or 1 cup firm tofu (cubed)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (for stir-frying)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon ginger (minced)
- 1 cup cabbage (shredded)
- 1 bell pepper (sliced)
- 1 carrot (julienned)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons sweet soy sauce (kecap manis)
- 1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust to taste)
- 2 green onions (sliced, for garnish)
- Fried shallots (for garnish)
Instructions
- Boil Noodles: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the egg noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Cook Protein: In a large skillet or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add shrimp or chicken and stir-fry until cooked through, about 3-5 minutes. If using tofu, cook until golden on all sides. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics: In the same skillet, add the remaining oil. Add minced garlic and ginger, sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- dd Vegetables: Toss in the cabbage, bell pepper, and carrot. Stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
- Combine Ingredients: Return the cooked protein to the skillet. Add the drained noodles, soy sauce, sweet soy sauce, and sriracha. Toss everything together until well combined and heated through.
Nutrition
Calories: 827kcalCarbohydrates: 88gProtein: 41gFat: 34gSaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 308mgSodium: 838mgPotassium: 647mgFiber: 4gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 196IUVitamin C: 9mgCalcium: 113mgIron: 4mg