Maggi Goreng
HalalStir-fried Maggi instant noodles elevated with vegetables, egg, and a spicy mamak-style seasoning. A beloved late-night comfort food found at mamak stalls.
Difficulty
easy
Prep Time
10 min
Ingredients
- Maggi instant noodles
- egg
- vegetables
- chili sauce
- soy sauce
- margarine
- onion
Variations
- maggi goreng biasa
- maggi goreng double
- maggi goreng mamak special
- maggi goreng pataya
Did You Know
Maggi goreng is a dish born entirely in Malaysian mamak stalls — you will not find it in any Maggi recipe book. It has become so iconic that it transcends its humble instant noodle origins.
Nutrition Facts
1 plate (280g)
% Daily Value based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are estimates.
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