Emel AyaydınPremier Commis
04 July 2026 Last updated: 12 September 2026

Char kway teow is an iconic street food in Malaysia and Singapore. Wide rice noodles are quickly stir-fried over high heat with shrimp, egg, and sprouts. The wok's intense heat gives the dish its characteristic light smokiness.

Step by Step

How to make it?

1

Stir-fry the shrimp

3 min

Heat some of the oil over high heat. Stir-fry the garlic and shrimp for 3 minutes, then set aside.

2

Cook the eggs

2 min

Beat the eggs and cook them lightly in the remaining oil.

3

Add the noodles

6 min

Add the noodles, soy sauces, and red pepper flakes. Stir-fry over high heat for 5–6 minutes.

4

Combine

2 min

Add the shrimp and sprouts and stir-fry for 2 more minutes.

5

Serve

Serve hot.

Reminder

Best eaten fresh. Store in the refrigerator for 1 day; reheat in a skillet over high heat to preserve the texture.

Nutritional Values · 1 serving

Values are estimates
420 kcalCalories
20 gProtein
58 gCarbohydrate
13 gFat
2 gFiber
4 gSugar
780 mgSodium
2 gSaturated Fat
Protein 19% Carbohydrate 54% Fat 27%
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