Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pack of kway chap noodles
- 4 century eggs
- 1/2 cup of soy sauce
- 1/4 cup of dark soy sauce
- 1/4 cup of oyster sauce
- 2 tablespoons of sugar
- 1 tablespoon of sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon of five-spice powder
- 2 cups of water
- 1/2 cup of chopped scallions
- 1/2 cup of chopped cilantro
Special equipment needed:
- Large pot
- Medium saucepan
- Mixing bowl
- Cutting board
- Knife
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, dark soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, sesame oil, and five-spice powder. Mix well and set aside.
2. In a large pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add kway chap noodles and cook for 5-7 minutes or until tender. Drain and set aside.
3. In a medium saucepan, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
4. Add the sauce mixture to the saucepan and bring to a simmer. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Peel the century eggs and cut them into quarters.
6. Add the cooked kway chap noodles and century eggs to the saucepan. Stir to coat everything with the sauce.
7. Serve hot and garnish with chopped scallions and cilantro.
- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 20 minutes
Temperature:
- Medium heat
Serving size:
- 4 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Protein: 12g
- Sodium: 2200mg
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Kway chap noodles can be substituted with rice noodles or udon noodles.
- Soy sauce can be substituted with tamari or coconut aminos.
- Oyster sauce can be substituted with hoisin sauce or mushroom sauce.
Variations:
- Add sliced pork belly or tofu for extra protein.
- Use quail eggs instead of century eggs for a milder flavor.
- Add chopped peanuts or fried shallots for extra crunch.
Tips and tricks:
- To make the dish spicier, add chili flakes or sriracha sauce.
- Soak the century eggs in cold water for 30 minutes before peeling to make it easier.
- Use a slotted spoon to remove the kway chap noodles from the pot to prevent them from breaking.
Storage instructions:
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve in individual bowls and garnish with chopped scallions and cilantro.
Garnishes:
- Chopped scallions
- Chopped cilantro
- Chopped peanuts
- Fried shallots
Pairings:
- Chinese tea
- Beer
Suggested side dishes:
- Steamed bok choy
- Stir-fried green beans
- Fried rice
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the sauce is too salty, add more sugar or water to balance it out.
- If the kway chap noodles are too sticky, rinse them with cold water before cooking.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the kway chap noodles and century eggs thoroughly before serving.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator and consume within 3 days.
Food history:
- Century eggs, also known as preserved eggs or thousand-year eggs, are a Chinese delicacy that dates back to the Ming Dynasty.
Flavor profiles:
- Salty
- Umami
- Savory
Serving suggestions:
- Serve hot as a main dish.
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Region: Chinese