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Char Kway Teow

Authentic Char Kway Teow (炒粿條) at Home

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Learn how to make authentic Char Kway Teow at home with this easy recipe! This delicious stir-fried noodle dish is packed with bold flavors from a savory sauce blend, fresh shrimp, Chinese sausage (lap cheong), and aromatic garlic chives. It’s perfect for anyone craving a taste of Malaysia’s iconic street food.
Course Main Course
Cuisine Malaysian
Keyword Char Kway Teow, Malaysian noodles, stir-fried rice noodles
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 1 person
Calories 650
Author DelishDoers
Cost 10

Equipment

  • 1 wok

Ingredients

Sauce (for 3 servings)

  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
  • 2 tablespoons light soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons dark soy sauce

Rice Noodles (for 1 serving)

  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 6–8 oz fresh wide rice noodles
  • 4 oz bean sprouts
  • 1 bunch garlic chives cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 4-5 medium shrimp peeled
  • 6–8 slices slices Chinese sausage lap cheong
  • 1 egg
  • 1-2 teaspoons teaspoons chili paste like Sambal Belacan or Sambal Oelek
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Gather ingredients: Prep all your ingredients ahead of time—this dish cooks quickly, and having everything ready makes the process smooth.
    Ingredients for Char Kway Teow

Make the sauce

  • In a small bowl, mix together: oyster sauce, light soy sauce, and dark soy sauce.
    Tip: This amount makes enough for 3 servings. Use about 2 to 2½ tablespoons of the sauce per serving.
    Make sauce for Char Kway Teow

Sauté the shrimp and sausage

  • Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat until it’s very hot. Swirl the oil around to coat the pan evenly. Add 6–8 slices of Chinese sausage (lap cheong) and 4–5 medium shrimp. Season with salt and pepper. Stir-fry for 30–45 seconds, or until the sausage starts to brown slightly and the shrimp turn pink.
    Tip: Avoid overcrowding the wok—cook in batches if needed to keep the heat high and maintain a good sear.
    Sauté shrimp and sausage for Char Kway Teow
  • Add 2 minced garlic cloves and stir-fry for another 10–15 seconds, just until fragrant (don’t let it burn).
    Add garlic for Char Kway Teow

Stir-fry the noodles

  • Add 6–8 oz of fresh wide rice noodles to the wok. Gently toss them to loosen and warm them through.
    Add rice noodles for Char Kway Teow
  • Add 1–2 teaspoons of sambal chili paste (Sambal Belacan or Sambal Oelek), depending on your spice preference.
    Add chili paste for Fusion Spicy Chicken & Broccolini Stir-Fried Rice Noodles
  • Pour in 2 to 2½ tablespoons of the sauce mixture. Stir and toss everything to coat the noodles evenly.
    Add sauce for Char Kway Teow

Add the egg

  • Push the noodles to one side of the wok. Crack 1 egg into the empty side and let it cook for a few seconds.
    Add egg for Char Kway Teow
  • Scramble it gently with your spatula, then mix it into the noodles, shrimp, and sausage.
    Mix egg with other ingredients for Char Kway Teow

Add the vegetables

  • Toss in 4 oz mung bean sprouts and a handful of garlic chives (cut into 2-inch pieces).
    Add the vegetables for Char Kway Teow
  • Stir-fry for another 30 seconds, just until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
    Stir fry everything for Char Kway Teow

Season and serve

  • Taste and adjust seasoning with a bit of salt and pepper if needed. Give everything one final toss. Serve hot and enjoy right away while it’s fresh and full of flavor!
    Serve the dish for Char Kway Teow

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Notes

  • Fresh is best: Use fresh rice noodles for the best texture.
  • Loosen first: If using refrigerated noodles, let them come to room temperature or warm slightly to loosen before cooking.
  • One at a time: Cook one serving at a time to keep the wok hot and avoid soggy noodles.
  • Prep ahead: Have all ingredients prepped and ready before cooking—this dish comes together fast.

Nutrition

Calories: 650kcal