Try this colorful bowl of Kerabu Maggi (or Instant Noodle Salad) that serves spicy, sweet, and tangy flavors interspersed with crunchy bites of delicious veggies. It’s a quick and easy 15-minute recipe.
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Kerabu Maggi is an instant noodle salad that’s been increasing with popularity in Malaysia, and is becoming more common in restaurants across the country. It’s an adaptation of the famous Thai instant noodle salad street food called Yum Mama.
In Thailand, their most famous instant noodle is “Mama”, which is the brand mostly used for their street food. Hence, the name Yum Mama (with Yum referring to the spicy, sour and sweet sauce). Likewise, Malaysians consume that much Maggi to the point that it’s become almost synonymous with instant noodles.
Kerabu Maggi Recipe
With the starting base of the recipe being instant noodles, you already know that this dish is going to be good. Add on some key ingredients to the mix, such as fish sauce, shallots, chili, lime juice, and cilantro, then you’ll understand why the kerabu Maggi holds an explosion of flavors.
It’s also a feast for the eyes because of the colorful veggies incorporated. And the best part is that this delicious meal can be put together within just 15 minutes!
Ingredients
(For full ingredient measurements, please proceed to the recipe card below.)
- Instant noodle of your choice: Maggi is typically used, with a preference for the Tom Yam flavor.
- Shallot
- Carrot
- Lettuce
- Tomato
Sauce
- Instant noodle seasoning packet
- Lime juice
- Fish sauce: An important addition for a dash of saltiness and umami.
- Sugar: Sugar is used to round out the flavors and meld everything together.
- Water
- Cilantro
- Chili pepper (optional): Malaysians love our spice, so chili peppers are a must. However, you can opt out if you’re not a fan of it.
Instructions
- Mix all the ingredients for the sauce and set aside. Soak shallots in cold water for a few minutes to get rid of the spiciness and drain from water.
- Prepare all the vegetables for the dish and cook instant noodles per package instructions and drain the water. Rinse noodle under running water for a few seconds.
- Add all the ingredients to a bowl and pour the sauce. Toss until well combined and enjoy!
Notes for Kerabu Maggi (Instant Noodle Salad)
- Serve cold: This dish is typically served cold.
- Adjust the amount of seasoning used to taste.
- Protein: Feel free to add your choice of protein like chicken, shrimp or squid.
- Additional toppings: You can also add sausages, crab sticks or fishball to the dish.
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- Chili Oil Miso Udon (15 minutes)
- Easy Scallion Oil Noodles
- 10-minute Chili Oil Instant Ramen
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How to make kerabu Maggi (instant noodle salad)
Kerabu Maggi (Instant Noodle Salad)
Ingredients
- 1 packet instant noodle of your choice Maggi is typically used
- 1/2 shallot sliced
- 1/2 carrot julienned
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1/2 tomato cubed
Sauce
- 1/2 instant noodle seasoning packet
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 2 tsp fish sauce
- 1.5 tbsp sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 tbsp cilantro minced
- 1 chili pepper sliced – optional
Instructions
- Mix all the ingredients for the sauce and set aside. Soak shallots in cold water for a few minutes to get rid of the spiciness and drain from water.
- Prepare all the vegetables for the dish and cook instant noodles per package instructions and drain the water. Rinse noodle under running water for a few seconds.
- Add all the ingredients to a bowl and pour the sauce. Toss until well combined and enjoy!
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