Spicy Noodles - Malay Style

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 (12 ounce) package uncooked egg noodles
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon finely chopped garlic
• 1/2 bunch fresh spinach, stems removed, chopped
• 1/4 cup chile paste
• 3 tablespoons ketchup
• 1 egg
• 1/2 teaspoon white sugar
• 1/4 cup water
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1/2 cup fresh bean sprouts
• 1/2 cup green peas

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 35 mins Ready Time: 50 mins


• bring a large pot of water to a boil, cook the egg noodles 6 to 8 minutes, until al dente, and drain.
• heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat, and saute the garlic about 1 minute. stir in the spinach, and cook about 1 minute. mix in the cooked egg noodles, chile paste, and ketchup, and toss until well coated.
• make a hole in the center of the noodle mixture. place the egg in the center, and scramble, tossing with the noodles just before egg is finished cooking.
• mix the sugar and enough water to keep the mixture moist into the skillet. season with salt and pepper. continue to cook, stirring constantly, about 6 minutes. toss in the sprouts and peas, and cook and stir about 4 minutes, until heated through.