Mee Calong
Mee Calong is a popular noodle dish originating from Malaysia. It is typically made with egg noodles, stir-fried in a flavorful sauce along with a combination of vegetables, meat, and seafood. The sauce used in Mee Calong is usually a savory blend of soy sauce, oyster sauce, and other seasonings, giving it a delicious umami flavor.
Ingredients
- 200 g egg noodles
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 small onion thinly sliced
- 100 g chicken breast or shrimp, sliced
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (such as carrots, bell peppers, and cabbage), thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground white pepper
Optional toppings:
- green onions sliced
- shallots fried
- 1 squeeze lime
Instructions
- Cook the egg noodles according to the package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sliced onion, and sauté until they become fragrant and slightly golden.
- Add the chicken or shrimp to the skillet and cook until they are fully cooked and slightly browned.
- Add the mixed vegetables to the skillet and stir-fry for a few minutes until they are crisp-tender.
- In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, dark soy sauce, sugar, and ground white pepper. Pour this sauce mixture into the skillet and stir to coat all the ingredients evenly.
- Add the cooked egg noodles to the skillet and toss them with the sauce and vegetables until everything is evenly combined and heated through.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. You can add more soy sauce or pepper according to your preference.
- Once ready, transfer the Mee Calong to serving plates and garnish with sliced green onions, fried shallots, and a squeeze of lime if desired.
- Serve hot. Enjoy!
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 283kcal (14%)Carbohydrates: 49g (16%)Protein: 16g (32%)Fat: 3g (5%)Saturated Fat: 1g (6%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 58mg (19%)Sodium: 940mg (41%)Potassium: 405mg (12%)Fiber: 5g (21%)Sugar: 4g (4%)Vitamin A: 2358IU (47%)Vitamin C: 12mg (15%)Calcium: 50mg (5%)Iron: 2mg (11%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
