Siamese Fried Noodle (Mee Siam)

Dairy Free
Health score
26%
Siamese Fried Noodle (Mee Siam)
45 min.
5
927kcal
37.08%sweetness
91.71%saltiness
39.98%sourness
39.96%bitterness
75.36%savoriness
100%fattiness
0%spiciness

Suggestions

Mee Siam is a popular dish in Malaysia and Singapore. It's a delicious and hearty dish that's perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a satisfying weekend lunch. This dish is packed with flavor and texture, from the savory and spicy noodles to the juicy shrimp and crispy tofu. The best part about this recipe is that it's versatile and can be customized to your liking. You can add your favorite proteins or vegetables, adjust the spice level, or even experiment with different types of noodles. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced home cook, Mee Siam is a fun and rewarding dish to add to your repertoire. It's sure to impress your family and friends with its vibrant colors, aromatic spices, and unique blend of flavors. So, if you're looking for a new and exciting dish to try, why not give Mee Siam a go? It might just become your new favorite go-to meal!

Ingredients

  • 300 grams vermicelli for 5 minutes (meehoon)
  • 300 grams vermicelli for 5 minutes (meehoon)
  • 300 grams shrimp shelled deveined
  • pieces tofu firm sliced
  • 200 grams bean sprouts 
  • 150 grams chives cut into 2 cm length
  • 80 grams shrimp dried chopped
  •  kaffir lime leaves shredded finely
  • cup cooking oil 
  • cloves garlic 
  •  shallots 
  • small knob turmeric fresh (or)
  •  beef rib steak (up to individual)
  •  candlenuts 
  • stalk lemon grass 
  • tablespoons ginger chopped (bunga kantan)
  • teaspoons sugar 
  • teaspoon chicken stock see 
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper 
  • tablespoons fish sauce 
  • tablespoon soya sauce 
  • 0.5 tablespoon tamarind paste 
  • cups water 

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Heat oil in a frying pan. Lightly fry the chopped dried shrimps and tofu separately. Dish out and leave aside.
  2. Stir fry the pounded ingredients and kaffir lime leaves until aromatic.
  3. Add prawns and fry until they are half-cooked. Dish out the prawns and set aside.
  4. Add in seasonings and bring to the boil.
  5. Add meehoon and stir fry.
  6. Mix in dried shrimps, tofu slices, prawns, chives and beansprouts. Toss well.
  7. Serve hot with a drizzle of lime/lemon juice.

Nutrition Facts

Calories927kcal
Protein21.96%
Fat29.14%
Carbs48.9%

Properties

Glycemic Index
87.62
Glycemic Load
59.98
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
32.421739130435%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.05mg
Isorhamnetin
2.03mg
Kaempferol
3.14mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
1.53mg

Taste

Sweetness:
37.08%
Saltiness:
91.71%
Sourness:
39.98%
Bitterness:
39.96%
Savoriness:
75.36%
Fattiness:
100%
Spiciness:
0%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:926.7kcal
46.33%
Fat:29.84g
45.91%
Saturated Fat:9.55g
59.68%
Carbohydrates:112.64g
37.55%
Net Carbohydrates:108.27g
39.37%
Sugar:6.44g
7.16%
Cholesterol:205.11mg
68.37%
Sodium:1159.3mg
50.4%
Protein:50.59g
101.19%
Vitamin K:86.13µg
82.03%
Selenium:53.1µg
75.86%
Zinc:9.45mg
62.99%
Phosphorus:612.99mg
61.3%
Manganese:1.15mg
57.53%
Vitamin B3:7.89mg
39.46%
Vitamin B6:0.79mg
39.25%
Vitamin B12:2.29µg
38.09%
Copper:0.71mg
35.43%
Vitamin C:25.49mg
30.9%
Magnesium:117.75mg
29.44%
Iron:5.27mg
29.28%
Vitamin A:1338.3IU
26.77%
Vitamin B2:0.45mg
26.75%
Potassium:914.7mg
26.13%
Folate:77.86µg
19.46%
Fiber:4.37g
17.48%
Vitamin B1:0.26mg
17.39%
Calcium:137.1mg
13.71%
Vitamin E:1.7mg
11.35%
Vitamin B5:0.42mg
4.2%