Mie Gacoan
Savor the irresistible flavors of Indonesia with **Mie Gacoan**, a vibrant stir-fried noodle dish that combines chewy egg noodles with bold, aromatic ingredients for a dish bursting with sweet, savory, and spicy notes. Featuring garlic, shallots, and red chilies sautéed in fragrant oil, this recipe is elevated with sweet soy sauce (kecap manis), oyster sauce, and fish sauce, creating a rich umami base. Crunchy bean sprouts and fresh spring onions add texture, while fried shallots and a squeeze of lime bring the perfect finishing touch. Ready in just 35 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for anyone craving authentic Indonesian comfort food. Serve hot and garnish generously for a flavorful noodle feast that’s sure to delight! Keywords: Indonesian stir-fried noodles, Mie Gacoan recipe, easy egg noodles, spicy noodle dish, sweet soy sauce noodles.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams egg noodles
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 4 pieces shallots, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 5 pieces red chilies, sliced
- 3 tablespoons sweet soy sauce (kecap manis)
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon ground white pepper
- 100 grams bean sprouts
- 2 tablespoons spring onions, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fried shallots
- 2 pieces lime wedges
Instructions
Boil the egg noodles according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large frying pan over medium heat.
Add the sliced shallots and minced garlic, and sauté until fragrant and the shallots are translucent.
Add the sliced red chilies and stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes.
Add the cooked noodles to the pan and toss to combine with the sautéed ingredients.
Pour in the sweet soy sauce, oyster sauce, and fish sauce. Stir well to coat the noodles evenly.
Sprinkle the ground white pepper over the noodles and continue to stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes.
Add the bean sprouts and cook for an additional minute until they are slightly wilted but still crunchy.
Remove the pan from the heat and mix in the chopped spring onions.
Serve the noodles hot, garnished with fried shallots and lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the top before eating. Enjoy your Mie Gacoan!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
537 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.1 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.7 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 53 mg | 18% | |
| Sodium | 848 mg | 37% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 86.6 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.9 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.0 g | ||
| Protein | 15.3 g | 31% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 72 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 373 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
