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Nutritional Values

🔥520kcal
💪32gProtein
🌾60gCarbs
🥑18gFat
🌿4gFibre
⚖️300 gServing

* Per serving · 300 g. May vary.

Allergens

🌾 Gluten 🫘 Soy

Bami

How to order / say it
Say it Bami — [Bah-mee]
Order I'd like to order the Bami.
Locally Je voudrais commander le Bami.
Say locally

Fried noodles enriched with vegetables, meat, and spices.

Why try it?

Bami reflects the diverse cultural influences on New Caledonia's cuisine, particularly the influx of Asian culinary practices. It showcases Noumea's ability to adapt and incorporate global flavors into local favorites.

How it tastes

The dish is savory and aromatic, with a varied texture coming from crispy vegetables and tender meat, all perfectly blended with seasoned, well-cooked noodles.

Origin & History — first documented: 1950

Bami gained popularity mid-20th century, introduced by Indonesian immigrants. Its adaptability and satisfying taste quickly invited it into the heart of Noumea's street food scene where it is widely enjoyed today.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🌾 200 g wheat noodles
  • 🥩 150 g chicken
  • 🧄 50 g yellow onion
  • 🥕 50 g carrot
  • 🥣 30 ml soy sauce

Method

  1. 1 Stir-fry chicken and vegetables.
  2. 2 Add noodles and soy sauce.
  3. 3 Cook until golden brown.

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