'Singapore' Rice Noodles, a Hong Kong Classic - How to Fry Singapore Rice Noodles (星洲炒米) 

This stuff is severely underrated. Like, when cooked well, it tastes like the heaven and more.

I recently took a vacation to New York and found a tiny dive spot chinese restaurant in the neighborhood we were staying in, in Brooklyn. They had this dish for $7 with shrimp, pork, and chicken in it. I literally ate it 5 out of the 8 nights I was in New York. I miss that dish so much.

Not sure how often you two look back on old videos that get new comments, but I had something like this at a local restaurant and wanted to recreate it. it was this video that not only showed the method, but provided a *much* better recipe and some historical knowledge to boot. Thanks to you both for the great recipes, research, production, and humor. On a platform full of food making, you two definitely stand out.

Hey, so a few things: 1. There’s another technique for frying rice noodles that we found was a bit of a headache to work in with this particular dish, but we’d be remiss not to discuss it. For rice noodle dishes generally, a cool technique is to place the rice noodles (without any other ingredients) in a hot wok with an extremely thin shear of oil. Leave it in the wok without touching it for about a minute to let the rice noodles slightly brown. Flip, do the same with the other side, and take it out and reserve for the final stir-fry. 2. I understand that the technique for frying the curry powder might seem a bit odd. For us, we were trying to figure out how to (1) ensure the final dish doesn't end up gritty and (2) making sure it's not oily. For this dish it's really important that those two things aren't mutually exclusive, so that's how we cracked that nut. I just want to emphasize that this is how we personally did it, not some sort of classic technique or anything. 3. For reference, the curry powder we were using in the video was a common brand in Guangdong that’s imported from Kolkata. It consists of coriander, turmeric, chili powder, fenugreek, cumin, anis, ginger, garlic, cardamom, cinnamon, and cloves. 4. We didn't show this in the video because I was going a mile a minute with the veg prep, but for the jiuhuang we're using the middle section only - the white end's fibrous and the yellow end's usually slightly wilted. We got a lot of hate when we talked about tossing the super figrous ends of Gailan in the stir-fried veg vid, so if jiuhuang's expensive where you live you could chop it real fine and toss in a soup I guess? 5. Those beansprouts are Mung Bean sprouts by the way. If you wanna use Soyabean sprouts they'll work in a pinch, but then the 'picking both ends' step changes from 'highly recommended' to 'mandatory'. 6. I know that shrimp was sorta sad looking. It's not shrimp season in Guangdong now, and we didn't feel like dropping the dough for live ones. We're working on a Har Gow video, and if we can nail it (no promises) we'll use nicer shrimp for that one. 7. The MSG was because we didn't use soy sauce. Most recipes add in some light soy sauce, but we really didn't wanna muff up that hard fought color. So if you don't like MSG, add in some soy sauce instead (cutting the salt if half if you go that route) or just skip it if you wanna replicate the color we had here. 8. I hope I didn't mean to imply that this method was the *only* method for cooking rice noodles. Some people do a cold water soak. Some people cook em and rinse under cool water. It really is personal preference the technique you use - this is the method we feel gives the best end results. If you're already familiar with frying rice noodles, feel free to use what's working for you! That's all I can think of for now. As you may or may not've been able to tell, I've decided to lay the 'narrator voice' to rest at least for now. Maybe I'm off base here, but I think talking with passion > deep bass.

i love you guys and your videos. its very informative and detailed. I think you have one of the best cooking tutorials on youtube. asian or western

I am just going to have to add another thank you to the already thank you comments. I do not have great Cantonese food around where I live, so I have to make the dishes myself. This video was so informative and helped reduce any confusion on what I need to look for before cooking and during cooking. One of the most daunting things for this recipe was selecting the noodles from the store. The Asian food store I frequent has a entire aisle six feet high on both sides full of noodles. I took your advice on how the noodles should be packed and went with a Vietnamese vermicelli, which turned out great. I was so impressed with my self learning this dish from your video I just had to comment. Look forward to more of your dishes.

I really appreciate the straightforward narration, and background info on types of noodles, origin, etc. Thank you for an awesome channel!

I am, frankly, binge-watching your uploads. I SO cannot wait to try each one!

Thank you for your recipe and cooking techniques. It's AWESOME! By the way, Adam P is absolutely correct, you have one of the best cooking tutorials on youtube.

For me, this was a great dish that helped kick-start my first attempts at Chinese cooking! It was fairly easy to find most of the ingredients at my local grocery store, and it turned out very similar to the noodles I'd had in the past. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone new to East Asian cooking (or even cooking in general)!

Thank you for sharing how long each ingredient should cook, that's very helpful!

one of the best cooking channels on youtube!!

This recipe/demo of an authentic Singapore Rice Noodles is ON POINT !

Best cooking video I've ever seen. Simple & straight forward

I have had these a few times and always look for a place that makes this style. Just the best!

I grew up eating this dish. I still love it. Thank you so much for laying out how to make this at home. I've tried it but you taught me how to season it correctly to make it just the way it should be.

I like your style: no strict ingredient list but realistic substitutions/ omissions. Subbed of course and start scanning your copious output!

Thanks for your cooking technique and your recipe. I made this Singapore noodle. It was delicious. Thanks again to both of you.

This is WONDERFUL. Thanks!!!!

Very clear and detailed presentation. Thank you.

Just found this video and made these noodles for lunch - wow! They are absolutely amazing and it was so simple to prepare. Thanks so much for an amazing recipe!

This is the best video on how to do this I've found so far. We have this in most Chinese/Cantonese restaurants here in the UK and a lot of them give the option of having this meal with the thicker 'chow mein' noodles. I will be trying this recipe tonight 👍

Thank you so much for the educational tutorial! Can't wait to make this dish!

I have a very similar dish where I take shrimp, rice (parboiled), bell pepper, onion and garlic. Cook the rice until firm but not crunchy, off heat and let sit while I cook the rest of the stuff. Stir fry bell pepper, onion and garlic until slightly wilted, add in half the seasoning with the meat (shrimp, beef or chicken) until cooked, add in the rest of the seasoning and the rice. Oh I love that dish.

Amazing and yet simple way ,how to cook Singapore Mei Fun Thank you!

Perfection. Great video, very well explained. Thank you

One of my favorite dish 😍

I love all of your recipes, but this one made me so hungry just watching you make it.... FABULOUS!

My favourite dish! Lovely ! Thank you.

You are easily my favorite cooking channel on youtube (and I watch a lot). Thanks to you both. This recipe is no exception because you don't over-complicate things. Really good Chinese cooking has a lot of structure built into it and that shines through in the way you handle each dish. It isn't dogmatic, just really sensical -- and clean and good (I only had to adapt your method/recipe slightly). One question: whenever I have had this dish (not in China, but Penang and Western Indonesia (Sumatera)) it was always intensely aromatic (it always smelled so much more wonderful than other prepared dishes at market), and it was not by basil. What do you recommend?

Looks good n tasty.tks. Preparation of rice noodles can be improved so it does not clump up.

Looks delicious!! Thank you for sharing!

Thank you for sharing I love it’s nice

I have no idea how to express how happy you've just made me. This dish is tough to find around St. Louis.

Excellent teaching videos with great techniques and explanations. I made this for dinner and your recipe and instructions were very helpful. I substituted the rice vermicelli noodles with XL rice sticks (dried rice noodles than look like fun). It turned out pretty yummy! Thank you Steph and Chris! Chris does excellent job narrating. His Mandarin accent is pretty good that I thought he is Chinese. Glad I found your channel so I can cook my favorite dishes now.

So clear in instructions... thanks for recipe

My favourite dish! Thanks.

Thanks very much, I followed it and mine came out perfect, just like at the restaurant that I normally buy it from

Love the videos guys!

great video, one of my faves. It would be great to see the other technique.

Wow looking delicious. One day, I would love to try to cook this. Thanks a ton for sharing

Looks Fantastic!

I’ve just watched 10 Singapore noodle videos. While I did learn some interesting things from the others, your video looks exactly like the version I prefer. Luckily I have some char siu. I think your egg technique is the best. Same with your vegetable technique. It amazes me when people just dump everything into the wok at the same time and think it’s going to cook evenly. Thanks for all your videos!

Thank you for teaching me how to make one of my all time favorites!

One of my favorite dishes from Hong Kong cafe! I did not know it originated from Hong Kong. I’m a South East Asianer, the curry powder they use is good, but not quite like the curry flavor profile from my region as it’s much lighter. Despite that, this dish is still good and I add lots of sriracha to it.

Another excellent video. I like how efficient and quick you are. No fooling around here!

You are good every thing show us very clearly thank goodness

I tried this one today, and it was pretty good. Nice color, easy cooking, good taste!!

Great video... very nicely done tutorial!

Love this noodle dish my favourite from my local Chinese takeaway , now I can make it myself thank you 🙏

Im from the philippines and this particular type of noodles is called bihon bi meaning rice and hon is powder or noodles made from rice powder. And the way we cook this is we never soak this in water coz the noodles will not be able to absorb the flavors of the sauce when stewing it. The most popular dish we make with rice noodles or bihon is sauteed bihon or bihon guisado in our language. Method involved sauteeing the ingredients and then add stock with soy sauce, adding the dried bihon and let is stew until there is no sauce left.

Looks lovely! Thank you!

Great video, I'm so glad you showed me how to make it. Now I now how much prep and utensils used, I think I'll just go ahead and order my take out 👍

Yum. My favorite!

Thanks for making it easy to follow

Hey, I really like your approach: no wasted time! explain the why along with the how! And result looks excellent!

Hey I really love the quality of your channel. Your instructions are clear and simple to follow plus your dishes seem very authentic and delicious. I'm currently on a diet so I can't try your food now but I will try later.

I absolutely love this dish! It was my go to dish at 369 China Bistro in Houston.

Excellent video. Thank you! :D

I made this, with some ingredients that I had on hand, and it was absolutely delicious ! I added coriander leaves, onions, a green mild chili pepper, prawns, and carrot. I never thought I'd find a use for that boring western style yellow curry powder !

Amazing!

Fantastic video. Thank you .🙏🌸🙏

Great video, I’ve made this recipe a few times and it’s perfect, thank you.. you guys have a great Chanel..👍

Explanation very good

I tried this and it was perfect!

Excellent

Just happened to stumble across this channel..Can't wait to try some of these recipes..Loads of tips an ideas..I learn a lot from you guys..Just subscribed..

criminally underrated channel

Thank you for sharing.

Looks yummy as heck!!

Great video 👍👍👍 Thanks !

that was great, thanks.

Tried this today for the first time but didn't have any char siu. So I used some roast duck leg instead and it was pretty delicious. Thanks for the great recipes.

looks wholesome.

Never knew that Singapore Mei Fun isn't really Singaporean. Nice cooking video, very detailed! Thanks!

I rinse my rice noodles (I use Vietnamese brands) in cold water after blanching, specifically to remove the starch that plagued your own noodles that were clumping together. Rinse them thoroughly and then spread out over a mesh rack in a half-sheet pan to dry a little before tossing in the wok. I also cut mine into shorter lengths just before they go into the wok. Works beautifully.

I replace the bell pepper with shredded green cabbage and also put shredded bamboo shoots and shitaki mushrooms. Cutting the noodles with scissors (once softened) seems to help coating easier with the curry powder water mix. I use the taiwanese rice noodles because I like them better. It's one of my favorites from the restaurants.

I just found food Heaven and it’s in a wok. The noodles of my childhood, long sought for many years. FINALLY! Thank you! ❤️

I love these noodles, tonight I didn't know what to make at all for supper so I found your recipie. I made this just used spam instead of the meat and I followed everything perfectly ! The one thing is tho I bought vermicelli that were made from beans ?! Still turned out very good but they were one rubber piece after I uncovered them, cold water actually separated them very nicely and then I dried them out very well, MY KIDS LOVED THIS I had no heat in it and it was missing slightly but my kids on the other hand couldn't love it more ! Even my super picky son just loved it ! Thank you for a great food idea sir !

This is my favorite noodle recipe!

Substitute the noodle for basmati rice, it's what I have during this time (June 2020), thank you for unlocking my childhood favorite dishes and narrating in English for us Chinese Canadians! 👍🍚

Great food Ethan, keep it up!

Awesome Recipe..

Thank you I got great tips out of this for all my recipe attempts xxx

Probably not as authentic, but when we lived in DC for several years, there was this dirt-cheap, American-Chinese take-out place (Yum's II) a block over from our apartment. At the time they were one of the only decent late-night food options in the immediate neighborhood. After a night out drinking, eating their Singapore Noodles around 2:30 in the morning before heading home was a glorious "late night drunk food" meal. Watching the cook stir-fry that thing up was almost as good as the food. I think it was the first time I realized how powerful the burners were in Chinese restaurants as well as the weirdly beautiful efficiency with which an experienced line cook with a wok can turn out dishes. They also had a cult following for their cheese steaks. A block away was Birch and Barley, a restaurant that frequently appeared on the area's Best Restaurent lists. The head chef there was originally from Philly and was on record as saying the cheese steaks at Yum's II were a favorite after-work dinner of his and the staff's, so much so that at one point they had Yum's II cater their staff Christmas Party!

I tried this with some brown rice noodles because it was the only rice noodle available. Turned out great, controlling the amount of oil was the ticket. I think it made it taste better than the Singapore mai fun at my local dive Chinese restaurant and that’s saying something, it’s my favorite dish. Also ended up using chicken breast and spam for the meats due to allergies and availability, the spam was a great flavor. Can’t wait to play around with this recipe some more. Thanks!

Thank you, I will use this technique today and see how it turns out. Before, my noodles would be all clumped together, but I will try the method you used

Very nice. Thank you. 😎

Thanks for your imput, I personally use ferns curry paste and ‘Jimmys’ sate mix. Say a teaspoon of each. I’m English so I have only encountered this in takeaway and restaurant. The mix I use is the nearest accurate recipe to what I’m used to. X

Wow! Yum. It's definitely more Chinese ingredients than I realized and a little more involved, but still doable.

My local calls it Singapore Chow Mein Fun w/ Curry. They submitted chicken for the pork, but it tastes amazing!

This is perfect

You can find Singapore fried noodles everywhere except in Singapore🤔

Brilliant video, many thanks, im going to add some birdeye chilli's to mine to give it an extra punch

This looks great. Can't wait to make it. I may use curry paste because I have it in my fridge.

After draining & letting the noodles sit for a couple minutes to continue cooking running the noodles under water while pulling them apart makes it so they are not clumpy and much easier to stir fry

I never cook the noodles. I soak it in warm water till soft and separated. I found cooked noodles tend to be too mushy after recooking.

I've been doing strict keto and Intermittent fasting for more than a year, so, had to improvise tons of stuff during these months. I really missed fried noodles, so started replacing the noodles for finely sliced cabbage, replaced several other ingredients as well. Same with fried rice, replaced with shredded cauliflower. I would say it's even better than with rice. I don't use soy sauce anymore, found a much better replacement too. And fry only with lard, tallow, coconut oil or ghee. I write this in case other ppl in a similar situation really want to have "fried noodles" without stopping keto.

Your recipe so nice

Great job! You are making cooking from art to engineering :)