Laotian Caramelized Stir-fried Noodles (Kua Mee) Recipe by Chef Seng

Laotian fried noodles are called kua mee. Kua means stir-fry, Mee refers to noodles. The noodle has a fantastic flavor and texture that perfectly balances sweet and salty flavors. This recipe by Chef Seng Luangrath is loved and featured by celebrity Chef Anthony Bourdain on his website

Laotian Caramelized Stir-fried Noodles (Kua Mee) Recipe by Chef Seng

Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 10 min Total Time 40 mins Difficulty: Beginner Servings: 4

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Soak the noodles in a big dish of warm water in 30 minutes

  2. Make the omelet topping while the noodles are soaking. A medium saute pan is heated with one tablespoon of the oil. Add the beaten eggs and heat for 30 seconds, or until the underside is just beginning to become golden brown. After flipping the omelet, fry for another 10 seconds. Remove from heat and let it cool down to room temperature. Cutting it into 1/4-inch slices and reserve for final plating

  3. The remaining three tablespoons of oil should be added to a deep saute pan or wok and heated to medium. Add the sugar and stir for three to five minutes, until it caramelizes and turns a medium golden-brown color

  4. Stir in the shallots and sauté for a minute before adding the garlic, then cook for another minute

  5. Add the salt, stock, fish sauce, sriracha, and pork belly, and then turn up the heat to high until it boils

  6. When it begins to boil, add the noodles and simmer for an additional three to five minutes, or until the noodles have absorbed most of the sauce

  7. Noodles should be allowed to cool to room temperature

  8. Combine the bean sprouts, cilantro, and scallions with the noodles

  9. Top each plate with slices of omelet when serving

Note

Kua Mee could be cooked with or without pork

Keywords: Laotian Stir-fried Noodles with Pork and Egg Kua Mee

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