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Penang Fried Rice Noodles

This vibrant Penang fried rice noodles recipe is a high-protein take on a classic Malaysian street food favourite. Known for its smoky charred finish and balance of salty and spicy notes, this dish uses wide rice stick noodles to soak up the savoury soy dressing. The addition of juicy prawns and spicy chorizo provides a satisfying texture, while the jicama offers a refreshing crunch that cuts through the rich flavours perfectly.

Ideal for a quick midweek dinner, this nutritious stir-fry is packed with lean protein and fresh aromatics like ginger and garlic. It is a brilliant example of how simple ingredients can come together to create a complex, restaurant-quality meal at home. Serve each portion with a generous squeeze of fresh lime to brighten the spice and enjoy a healthy, homemade alternative to takeaway.

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Ingredients for Penang Fried Rice Noodles

  • 230g (1/8- to 1/4-inch wide) dried rice stick noodles

  • 40ml soy sauce

  • 1 tablespoon water

  • 1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided

  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten with a pinch of salt

  • 230g peeled and deveined large prawns

  • 1 tablespoon chilli paste (sambal oelek) or Chinese garlic chilli paste

  • 90g Spanish chorizo, halved lengthwise, casing removed if desired (), sausage thinly sliced crosswise

  • 2 large garlic cloves, finely chopped

  • 230g jicama, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch-thick matchsticks

  • 1 bunch spring onions (greens only), cut crosswise into 1 1/2-inch lengths

  • Lime wedges for serving

  • A 14-inch wok, preferably flat-bottomed, or a 12-inch heavy skillet

Soak noodles in cold water to cover 30 minutes, then drain. Cook noodles in a large (5- to 6-quart) pot of boiling salted water 4 minutes. Drain noodles in a colander, then rinse thoroughly and drain well.

Stir together soy sauce and water, then reserve.

Heat 1 1/2 teaspoons oil in wok or skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, then add eggs and stir-fry until just cooked through, about 30 seconds. Transfer to a plate and wipe out pan, if necessary.

Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in pan until shimmering and stir-fry prawns and chilli paste 30 seconds (prawns will not be cooked through).

Add chorizo and garlic and stir-fry until prawns are just cooked through, 30 seconds to 1 minute.

Add soy mixture, cooked noodles, jicama, and spring onions, and stir-fry until noodles are heated through and spring onion greens are wilted, about 1 minute.

Remove pan from heat and stir in eggs. Serve immediately.

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While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.

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  • 28 Jan 2026 | Originally published

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