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This delicious Singapore Noodles recipe (also known as Mei Fun) is filled with shrimp, Char Siu, veggies, rice noodles, and spices that make the perfect Asian dish!

Singapore Noodles, is actually not a traditional recipe that you would find in Singapore. This dish is something that you would find on a Chinese American menu.

Believe it or not the first time I actually tried these noodles was in London when I had a craving for some delicious Asian food, I happened upon a great restaurant, and then after having this dish I knew I had to recreate it. What I love about this recipe is it literally has all of my favorite Asian ingredients and flavors all compiled into one dish! And if that isn’t enough it is also an easy meal to store for leftovers throughout the week!

For this Singapore fried noodles recipe, one of the proteins I use is Char Siu (Chinese BBQ Pork) which is my favorite pork for any Asian recipe and you can check out how I make it using the link. If you are in a crunch for time you do not have to use the Chinese BBQ Pork but I can assure you it adds the perfect flavor to the dish.

How To Make Singapore Noodles

Assemble your ingredients. For exact amounts, see recipe card below. Note: Once you start the cooking process it runs real quick so ensure you have everything cut up and measured.

Rehydrate the rice vermicelli noodles by soaking in hot water for 30 minutes or boiling for 1 minute.

Drain the noodles in a colander right before you are ready to cook. Be sure to cut any long strands to about 8 inches so it is easier to cook and eat.

Heat your wok over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of oil. If you need a wok, you can get this very affordable wok from Amazon. Beat the two eggs and add them into the wok. When they have cooked and bubbled along the sides flip it over and break the eggs up into strips with your spatula. Remove from the wok and set aside.

With an empty wok again, add the remaining 1 ½ tablespoons of oil and the garlic. Cook for 15 seconds and add the thawed shrimp and roast pork. Cook for another 15 seconds.

Next, add the Shaoxing wine around the side of the wok and cook for another 15 seconds.

Then, add in your carrots, onions, dried red chili peppers, and Napa cabbage and stir fry for 30 seconds.

After this you can add in your hydrated rice noodles. Cook for one minute and continue lifting the rice noodles to break them apart and loosen them.

Next add in the curry powder, salt, and white pepper evenly over the noodles.

Turn up the heat to high and use a scoop and lift motion on the dish and cook for about 2 minutes ensuring all the ingredients are combined together and you can see the curry color the noodles.

If the dish starts to get dry you can add in tablespoons of chicken stock to keep it from drying out.

Add the sesame oil, soy sauce, and cooked eggs and mix together for another minute.

Finally add the scallions and cook for another 15 seconds.

Serve and Enjoy!

Frequently Asked Questions:

How do I make this dish Vegetarian/Vegan: You can swap out the chicken stock for vegetable stock and also swap out the shrimp and pork and add in tofu or another vegetarian protein to make it Vegetarian, and if you do this and also remove the eggs that will make it Vegan.

Is this dish Gluten Free? Yes! Because rice noodles have no gluten in them this is a gluten-free dish!

How do you store this dish? After the dish has cooled you can store in a container in your fridge for 48-72 hours to enjoy some delicious leftovers!

Desserts to Pair with this Singapore Noodles Recipe

If you are wanting to see all of my Asian Recipes you can check them out here! However, since this dish encompasses a whole main dish, here are some desserts I would recommend pairing with this recipe:

Thai Mango Sticky Rice – This classic Thai Mango Sticky Rice Recipe is filled with sweetness and great textures that will send your taste buds soaring!

Delicious and Easy ANZAC Biscuits – This Delicious and Easy ANZAC Biscuits recipe combines oats, flour, golden syrup, butter and coconut flakes for a historical and delicious cookie.

Easy Matcha Biscotti – This easy Matcha Biscotti recipe dips and drizzles matcha glaze on biscotti for a wonderfully delicious treat!

Here’s the Recipe!