Around the World in Comfort Food
| June 6, 2018
Mee Goreng – Indonesia
A popular Indonesian dish that can be found as frequently on the street as on a restaurant table is mee goreng – fried noodles tossed with meat and vegetables. It’s believed to have been inspired by fried noodles that were brought to Indonesia by Chinese immigrants, but since its introduction it’s become a go-to staple for a quick meal on the go.
The chewy wheat noodles are complemented by a rich and savory sauce, topped with fried aromatics, vegetables, and often sliced, stir-fried meat. There are tons of different versions of mee goreng out there, featuring anything from goat to shrimp.
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