Maggi goreng

Maggi goreng is an instant-noodle dish, popular in the Mamak (Indian-Muslim) sub-culture of Malaysia. The name comes from the well-known brand of instant noodles Maggi, but the recipe doesn't necessarily use this particular brand.

The basic structure of the dish incorporates pre-boiled instant noodles that are thrown in a wok and stir-fried alongside a mix of vegetables, eggs, and soy sauce. The rest of the recipe is variable, depending on the cook: some eateries include chicken, prawn, or tofu, but the possibilities are endless.

It is unclear exactly where maggi goreng originated from, but the mamak sub-culture traces its roots to southern India. The dish is extremely popular in mamak food stalls, and it can be eaten at any time of the day - even as a late night snack!