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Indonesian Mie Goreng Recipe | Authentic Indonesian Fried Noodles

Mie goreng is one of Indonesia’s most popular street foods, loved for its smoky aroma, savory-sweet flavor, and satisfying combination of stir-fried noodles, vegetables, eggs, and your choice of chicken, shrimp, or beef. The name literally means "fried noodles," and this iconic dish is served everywhere from bustling street stalls and night markets to restaurants and family kitchens throughout Indonesia.

Authentic Mie Goreng is made with yellow egg noodles stir-fried over high heat with garlic, shallots, chilies, vegetables, and protein. The signature flavor comes from kecap manis (Indonesian sweet soy sauce), which gives the noodles their rich caramelized color and balanced sweetness. Soy sauce, oyster sauce, and a touch of sesame oil enhance the deep umami flavor, while fresh vegetables such as cabbage, carrots, and bean sprouts add crunch and freshness.

The noodles are traditionally served with a fried egg on top, crispy fried shallots, cucumber slices, tomato wedges, lime, and prawn crackers (kerupuk). Every bite delivers tender noodles coated in a glossy sauce with smoky, savory, slightly sweet, and mildly spicy flavors that make Mie Goreng a true comfort food.

Quick to prepare and incredibly versatile, Indonesian Mie Goreng is perfect for weeknight dinners, lunches, or whenever you're craving authentic Southeast Asian flavors.

Cooking Method

Cook the egg noodles according to the package instructions if using dried noodles, then drain and set aside.
Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat.
Add the sliced chicken and stir-fry for 4–5 minutes until fully cooked.
Push the chicken to one side and scramble the eggs until just set.
Add the shallots, garlic, and chilies, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in the cabbage and carrots, cooking for 2–3 minutes.
Add the cooked noodles to the wok.
Pour in the kecap manis, soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, white pepper, sugar, and a little salt if needed.
Toss everything together over high heat for 3–4 minutes, allowing the noodles to caramelize slightly.
Stir in the bean sprouts and green onions during the final minute of cooking.
Fry an additional egg separately for serving if desired.
Transfer the noodles to serving plates.
Top with the fried egg and garnish with fried shallots, cucumber, tomato, lime wedges, and prawn crackers.