There will be definitely some arguments when it comes to the
best Char Koay Teow (CKT) in Penang. On my perspective, each of the CKT offers
a distinct value for everyone to regard it as the best. Ah Leng Char Koay Teow
will top my list if we were to talk on the ingredients brimmed into this simple
dish.
Look at the picture of the CKT, it is self-explanatory. The premium
big prawns served on the CKT would be shocking if you are first timers or never
heard of Ah Leng Char Koay Teow before. The quality of the prawn is on the top
level – fresh, crunchy, juicy, thick, fragrance, anything you could name it.
You could hardly find any other CKT served with this quality of prawn, though
the one in Padang Brown comes close to it.
Apart from prawn, what distinguishes Ah Leng Char Koay Teow
is that they offer mantis prawn as well. Yes, mantis prawns with CKT. The
mantis prawns taste good and compliment the taste of CKT, and rendering it less
oily as you get to chew something in between the oily noodles with lard.Â
I personally find this CKT offers less excitement compared
to others famous CKT in Penang as the only worthy mention is their prawns and
mantis prawns. The fried koay teow itself is above average with little wok hei, and the blending of eggs and
koay teow to provide the smoothness of the koay teow were normal as well.
Nevertheless, second attempt on this CKT with the request to the chef to
increase level of spiciness actually raise the overall sensation of CKT.
Looking at the prawns or mantis prawns, be prepared for hemorrhage
to your wallet as well. Each plate of CKT with duck eggs and either prawn or
mantis prawns will cost you RM 7Â but trust me,
it is worth a try.
Kafe Khoon Hiang
Jalan Dato Keramat, 10150 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Operation hours: 8.30am-2.30pm (Closed on Thursday)
Landmark: Esso petrol station
Location map refer here.
~by Mystery Man~
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