Kua Mee Recipe (Pad Lao)

Ingredients

• 7 oz dry rice noodles
• 2 tablespoons oil
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 4 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 cups water
• 1/2 teaspoon dark soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon golden mountain sauce
• 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
• 2 tablespoons cilantro (chopped)
• 3 oz or 2 cups bean sprouts
• 2 stalks green onions (chopped)
• 1 tablespoon oil
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps

1. 1

   Soak the rice noodles in water until softened, following package directions.

2. 2

   Whisk eggs with salt. Cook into a thin omelet over medium heat, flip once, and slice into strips.

3. 3

   Heat oil in a wok over medium-low. Add sugar and cook until it begins to caramelize and turn golden.

4. 4

   Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.

5. 5

   Pour in water to stop the caramel, then add oyster sauce, Golden Mountain sauce, and optional dark soy sauce. Stir well.

6. 6

   Add the soaked noodles and toss until coated and cooked al dente.

7. 7

   Transfer noodles to a large bowl to cool slightly.

8. 8

   Add bean sprouts, green onions, cilantro, and omelet strips. Toss everything together and serve.