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Nutritional Values

πŸ”₯820kcal
πŸ’ͺ45gProtein
🌾90gCarbs
πŸ₯‘25gFat
🌿4gFibre
βš–οΈ500 gServing

* Per serving · 500 g. May vary.

Allergens

🌾 Gluten πŸ₯š Eggs

Mee Rebus Langkawi

How to order / say it
Say it Mee Rebus Langkawi β€” [mee reh-boos lang-cow-ee]
Order I'd like to order Mee Rebus Langkawi, please.
Locally Saya mahu pesan Mee Rebus Langkawi, sila.
Say locally

A rich noodle soup unique to Langkawi, featuring local flavors.

Why try it?

Mee Rebus Langkawi is a testament to the island's inventive spirit, incorporating local herbs and spices into a traditional favorite, making it a must-experience dish for any food enthusiast visiting the area.

How it tastes

This noodle soup offers a delicious blend of sweet and spicy flavors, with a thick, savory broth enveloping the chewy noodles. Topped with a boiled egg and lime for added zest.

Origin & History β€” first documented: 1965

Adapted in the 1960s, Mee Rebus Langkawi evolved from the wider Malaysian Mee Rebus, influenced by the island's specific preferences for spice and sweetness, leading to a distinct regional version.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🌾 200 g yellow noodles
  • πŸ₯© 150 g beef slices
  • πŸ₯• 100 g sweet potato
  • πŸ₯š 2 pieces boiled egg
  • πŸ‹ 1 whole lime
  • 🐟 200 g shahe fen

Method

  1. 1 Boil the yellow noodles until al dente.
  2. 2 Prepare broth with beef slices, sweet potato, and spices.
  3. 3 Add noodles to the broth and simmer briefly.
  4. 4 Garnish with boiled eggs and a squeeze of lime.
  5. 5 Serve piping hot with a side of chili paste.

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