Indonesian · Food & Drink

mie

Noodles

Beginnernoun

Definition

Noodles; mie goreng is fried noodles, a street-food favorite.

Example

Mie goreng di warung ini enak.

The fried noodles at this stall are tasty.

Etymology

The word 'mie' is derived from the Hokkien dialect 'mi', which refers to noodles. It has entered the Indonesian language through Chinese culinary influence, particularly in coastal areas with significant Chinese communities.

How & Where It’s Used

'Mie' is widely used in both formal and informal contexts, predominantly in spoken language. It can refer to various types of noodles and is popular across Indonesia, with regional variations in preparation and serving styles.

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