Malaysian Fried Meehon (Noodles)
This recipe is quick, easy and delicious and comes from a Malaysian friend who is a fabulous cook. Have all ingredients ready as the preparation time is very quick.
½ lb. rice vermicelli noodles
cabbage, bean sprouts or leafy greens
½ a small onion chopped
prawns or meat as desired
1 T oil
5 T tomato ketchup
2 T oyster sauce
1 T vinegar
½ T chili paste ( optional )
½ T sugar
1 T soy sauce
chopped coriander leaves / scallions for garnish.
Put the rice vermicelli in a saucepan of boiling water and
leave on the fire for 5-7 minutes. Less time if the noodles
are very fine.
Remove from the fire, strain the noodles and run under cold
water for 30 seconds.
Heat the oil in a wok or frying pan and add the chopped
onion.
Fry for about 2 minutes then add prawns or meat.
After a few minutes add tomato ketchup, oyster sauce,
vinegar, chili paste, sugar and soy sauce.
Adjust to taste.
Add vegetables ( bean sprouts, cabbage, or green veggies )
Add noodles. Mix well and stir until noodles are cooked.
Serve garnished with chopped coriander leaves, scallions or
crisp fried onions ( sold in Asian food supermarkets).
Serves 4-6 persons.
