Friday, July 11, 2025

🍜 Ancient Thai Noodles (Guay Teow Boran) by Nong and Josh


 🍜 Ancient Thai Noodles (Guay Teow Boran)

Ingredients:

  • 200g rice noodles (sen lek or sen yai)

  • 200g sliced pork or beef (or mixed meats)

  • 1 tbsp garlic (chopped)

  • 1 tbsp soy sauce

  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce

  • 1 tsp sugar

  • ½ tsp ground white pepper

  • 1 tbsp cooking oil

  • 2 cups bean sprouts

  • Chinese kale or morning glory (optional)

  • Fried garlic, chili flakes, vinegar, fish sauce (for seasoning)



For the broth (optional):

  • 4 cups pork or chicken broth

  • 2-3 coriander roots

  • 2-3 cloves garlic

  • ½ tsp white pepper

  • 1 tbsp soy sauce


Instructions:

  1. Prepare the broth (if using):

    • In a pot, boil pork or chicken broth.

    • Add crushed coriander roots, garlic, and white pepper.

    • Season with soy sauce. Let it simmer while preparing the noodles.

  2. Cook the noodles:

    • Soak noodles in warm water until soft.

    • Blanch in boiling water for 1-2 minutes, then set aside.

  3. Stir-fry the meat:

    • Heat oil in a wok.

    • Add garlic and fry until golden.

    • Add sliced meat, soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, and pepper. Stir-fry until cooked.

  4. Combine:

    • Add noodles to the wok. Stir everything together with the meat.

    • Toss in vegetables like bean sprouts and kale. Stir briefly to combine.

  5. Serve:

    • Serve hot in a bowl.

    • Add broth (optional).

    • Top with fried garlic, chili flakes, a splash of vinegar, and fish sauce to taste.






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