Mie Goreng (Indonesian Fried Noodles)
Wok-fried egg noodles with kecap manis, vegetables, chicken, and a fried egg on top.
Why It Works
Kecap manis gives the noodles a distinctive sweet-smoky flavor unlike any Chinese or Japanese noodle dish; the fried egg adds richness when its yolk breaks over the noodles.
Key Ingredients
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