Shortcut Meal: Indonesian Fried Noodles (Mie Goreng)

Step 1

Cut protein of choice into bite size pieces and stir fry in frying pan with a little oil. If using frozen Asian meatballs, boil meatballs first for 2-3 minutes or until tender. Then cut and stir fry for 3-5 minutes. These meatballs are precooked so you don’t have to worry about undercooking them. If using chicken, cut into small pieces, season with a little salt and stir fry until brown (about 4 minutes on each side). Set protein aside.

Step 2

Boil ramen noodles according to package. Do not add any of seasoning packets. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

Heat up 3 tbsp oil in frying pan or wok. Add garlic, shallots, cabbage and Thai chilis. Sauté until fragrant about 2 minutes.

Step 4

Add cooked protein and noodles to wok or frying pan

Step 5

Add sweet soy sauce, salt and white pepper. Mix using tongs or nonstick frying spatula until color is even throughout.

Step 6

Best served hot topped with green onions, shrimp crackers , fried egg or sambal. Voilá, enjoy!