A night-time favourite in Melaka, the
wantan mee in my hometown is unique in that it s complemented by a clear instead of a dark sauce. It has a lighter note and more broth; you can really taste the delicious goodness of the pork jus. The stalls that I frequent also make their own noodles, guaranteeing a springy bite with every order. The
wantan mee is a hit and miss with outstation guests, but having grown up with it and now that I’m living in KL, I often crave it and it s an absolute must when I’m back.
My go-to stalls include: Hong Sheng in Kampung Bukit Cina (I come here if I want the noodles liberally doused in sauce); Medan Makan Boon Leong on Jalan Bunga Raya (this is the original stall and their noodles still taste as good as ever, if drier than the Bukit Cina version); and Chop Beeng Cheong in Kampung Lapan (a bit of a drive from the city, this stall is run by a descendant of the Bunga Raya stall).