Stir-Fried Char Kway Teow with Prawns and Chinese Sausage

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Wide rice noodles stir-fried over high heat with succulent prawns, sweet Chinese sausage, and a savory soy-based sauce. This asian-inspired noodles ready in about 35 minutes pairs grams, peeled and deveined raw prawns, rinsed bean sprouts, cut into 1-inch pieces chives for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 3, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 25 min Cook: 10 min Serves 3 Asian cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok over high heat until hot and shimmering. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 2 thinly sliced Chinese sausage links. Stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until the sausage releases its aroma.
  2. Step 2: Add 200 grams raw peeled prawns and stir-fry for 2 minutes until they start to turn pink.
  3. Step 3: Push the ingredients to one side of the wok and pour 2 lightly beaten eggs into the empty space. Scramble gently for 1 minute until just set.
  4. Step 4: Add 300 grams drained wide rice noodles, 2 tbsp light soy sauce, 1 tbsp dark soy sauce, 1 tsp fish sauce, and 1/4 tsp white pepper. Toss everything together vigorously for 3-4 minutes until the noodles are heated through and coated evenly.
  5. Step 5: Stir in 1 cup rinsed bean sprouts and 1/2 cup chives, cooking for an additional 1 minute until the sprouts are just tender but still crisp. Remove from heat and serve immediately.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Stir-Fried Char Kway Teow with Prawns and Chinese Sausage take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (25 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Stir-Fried Char Kway Teow with Prawns and Chinese Sausage?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep rinsed bean sprouts from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Char Kway Teow with Prawns and Chinese Sausage?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Stir-Fried Char Kway Teow with Prawns and Chinese Sausage for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 3 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 3). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Stir-Fried Char Kway Teow with Prawns and Chinese Sausage?

Asian noodles like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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