Sabahan Chinese · noodles
Beaufort Mee
Also called: Mee Beaufort, Mi Beaufort, 保佛面
Beaufort mee is a 'wet' fried noodle from the town of Beaufort in south-west Sabah: springy egg noodles tossed in a hot wok, then finished in a garlicky gravy with char siu or chicken and crunchy greens.
- Savoury
- Garlicky
- Comforting
- Saucy
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| Origin | Beaufort, Interior |
|---|---|
| Community | Sabahan Chinese |
| Type | noodles |
| Flavour | Savoury, Garlicky, Comforting, Saucy |
| Typical price | RM8–15 per plate |
| Where | Beaufort, Kota Kinabalu |
Origin and culture
Beaufort is a river town on the Padas, and its noodle has become one of Sabah's best-known town dishes, alongside Tuaran mee and Kota Belud's mee sup.
Where Tuaran mee is fried almost dry, Beaufort mee is served with gravy that coats the noodles. Many people prefer it that way.
Ingredients
Egg noodles
Char siu and/or sliced chicken
Leafy greens
Often a crunchy local green
Garlic and chicken-stock gravy
What does Beaufort Mee taste like?
Glossy and savoury, with lots of garlic, wok aroma and the crunch of fresh greens against soft noodles.
How Beaufort Mee is made
- 1
Noodles are fried first for some wok char, then a thickened stock-based gravy is added so the plate is moist rather than dry.
- 2
Sliced meat and greens are added at the end.
Where to eat Beaufort Mee
Coffee shops in Beaufort town and a growing number of shops in Kota Kinabalu.
Restaurants serving Beaufort Mee
- Kopitiam
Beaufort · Beaufort town centre
Foh Chuan Restaurant
Sources mention: Beaufort mee with handmade noodles, Fried mihun with char siu
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Is Beaufort Mee halal? Dietary notes
Traditional versions use char siu and are not halal. Chicken versions exist, but the kitchen's status still matters.
| Pork | Depends on the version |
|---|---|
| Seafood | Depends on the version |
| Vegetarian | No |
Beaufort Mee FAQ
What is the difference between Beaufort mee and Tuaran mee?
Both are Sabah egg-noodle dishes. Tuaran mee is fried until nearly dry and slightly crisp, while Beaufort mee is finished with a garlicky gravy that keeps the noodles moist.
Sources and further reading
- Beaufort mee, Wikipedia. Accessed 6 October 2026
Related dishes
Sabahan Chinese (Hakka)
Tuaran Mee
Tuaran mee is a Sabah noodle dish of hand-made egg noodles fried hard in a wok until springy and slightly crisp, served with char siu, choy sum and egg roll. It comes from the town of Tuaran, north of Kota Kinabalu.
Sabahan Chinese (Hakka)
Ngiu Chap
Ngiu chap ('mixed beef' in Hakka) is a Kota Kinabalu beef noodle soup with brisket, tendon, tripe and beef balls in a spiced broth, served with noodles either in the soup or dry on the side.
Guides and trips with Beaufort Mee
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