How to Make Mee Goreng Mamak at Home

Mee Goreng Mamak is one of Malaysia’s most iconic street-food dishes, known for its bold flavour, slightly spicy kick, and irresistible aroma. The good news? You don’t need a mamak stall or complicated preparation to enjoy it at home.

With Mee Goreng Paste, you can recreate authentic mamak-style fried noodles quickly while still achieving that rich, well-balanced taste Malaysians love.

Ingredients

  • 1 pack yellow noodles (mee kuning)
  • 2 tbsp oil
  • 2–3 tbsp Mee Goreng Paste
  • 1 egg
  • 100g chicken, prawns, or squid (optional)
  • 1 cup cabbage, sliced
  • ½ cup bean sprouts
  • 1 tomato, sliced
  • Lime wedges (for serving)

How to Make Mee Goreng Mamak

1️⃣ Prepare the Noodles

  1. Rinse the yellow noodles briefly with hot water to loosen them.
  2. Drain well and set aside.

2️⃣ Heat the Pan

  1. Heat oil in a wok over medium-high heat.
  2. Add protein of choice and stir-fry until cooked.

3️⃣ Add the Paste

  1. Add Mee Goreng Paste into the wok.
  2. Stir-fry for 30–60 seconds until fragrant and well heated.

4️⃣ Stir-Fry the Noodles

  1. Add noodles to the wok and toss to coat evenly with the paste.
  2. Push noodles aside, crack in the egg, scramble lightly, then mix through.

5️⃣ Add Vegetables

  1. Add cabbage, bean sprouts, and tomato.
  2. Stir-fry for another 2–3 minutes until vegetables are just tender.

6️⃣ Final Touch

  1. Taste and adjust if needed.
  2. Remove from heat and serve hot with lime wedges.

🍽️ Serving Suggestions

  • Serve with fried egg or sunny-side up egg
  • Add fried tofu or potato wedges for extra texture
  • Best enjoyed immediately while hot

🔥 Tips for Authentic Mamak Style

  • Use a hot wok to get that signature wok aroma
  • Don’t overcook the vegetables—keep them slightly crunchy
  • A squeeze of lime before eating enhances flavour balance

⭐ Why This Recipe Works

This method delivers the classic Mee Goreng Mamak taste—savory, slightly spicy, and deeply satisfying—without complicated steps. The paste ensures consistent flavour while allowing flexibility with toppings and portions.

✨ Simple, fast, and full of flavour.
Now you can enjoy authentic Mee Goreng Mamak at home anytime, no mamak stall needed.

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