Mie Gacoan

Indulge in the bold, spicy flavors of Mie Gacoan, an Indonesian-style stir-fried noodle dish that’s perfect for fiery food lovers. This quick and easy recipe combines springy egg noodles with a medley of aromatics like shallots, garlic, and red chilies for a fragrant base. Coated in a rich trio of sweet soy sauce, oyster sauce, and fish sauce, the noodles are perfectly balanced with savory-sweet umami notes. Crisp bean sprouts add a satisfying crunch, while a sprinkle of fried shallots and fresh lime wedges elevate the dish with texture and zest. Ready in just 35 minutes, this crowd-pleasing recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or lunch gatherings. Spice up your menu with this irresistibly flavorful Mie Gacoan!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

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

Directions

Step 1

Boil the egg noodles according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

Heat the vegetable oil in a large frying pan over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the sliced shallots and minced garlic, and sauté until fragrant and the shallots are translucent.

Step 4

Add the sliced red chilies and stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes.

Step 5

Add the cooked noodles to the pan and toss to combine with the sautéed ingredients.

Step 6

Pour in the sweet soy sauce, oyster sauce, and fish sauce. Stir well to coat the noodles evenly.

Step 7

Sprinkle the ground white pepper over the noodles and continue to stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes.

Step 8

Add the bean sprouts and cook for an additional minute until they are slightly wilted but still crunchy.

Step 9

Remove the pan from the heat and mix in the chopped spring onions.

Step 10

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

Serving size	744.6 grams (744.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1179

Total Fat 52.70g	68%
Saturated Fat 7.70g	39%
Polyunsaturated Fat 25.30g
Cholesterol 116mg	39%
Sodium 3293mg	143%
Total Carbohydrate 157.30g	57%
Dietary Fiber 10.50g	38%
Total Sugars 34.40g
Protein 27.60g	55%

Vitamin D 0IU	2%
Calcium 165mg	13%
Iron 9mg	48%
Potassium 870mg	19%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.1%

Protein: 9.1%

Carbs: 51.8%