Finished lighter Singaporean Wat Tan Hor in its familiar home-style presentation

A lower-calorie way to make Wat Tan Hor

Wat Tan Hor: char noodles in batches, simmer a light seafood gravy, and stream egg in off the boil; noodles show smoky edges and egg forms silky ribbons

Wat Tan Hor: char noodles in batches, simmer a light seafood gravy, and stream egg in off the boil. fresh rice noodles, prawns, chicken breast, bok choy, eggs. noodles show smoky edges and egg forms silky ribbons.. This measured Singaporean recipe serves eight at about 420 kcal per portion.

420 kcalestimated/serving
189 kcal · 31%less than reference
65 minprep to plate
8 servingsrecipe yield

Wat Tan Hor should remain recognisable after it is lightened. char noodles in batches, simmer a light seafood gravy, and stream egg in off the boil. fresh rice noodles, chicken breast, chicken stock. noodles show smoky edges and egg forms silky ribbons. bok choy, eggs, chicken stock, soy sauce, rapeseed oil. noodles show smoky edges and egg forms silky ribbons. char noodles in batches, simmer a light seafood gravy, and stream egg in off the boil.

The change that makes it lighterchar noodles in batches, simmer a light seafood gravy, and stream egg in off the boil; 24 g oil for eight portions; noodles show smoky edges and egg forms silky ribbons.

What changes—and what stays

From a restaurant portion with unmeasured oil and sides often reaches 600–800 kcal to 420 calories

char noodles in batches, simmer a light seafood gravy, and stream egg in off the boil; 24 g oil for eight portions; noodles show smoky edges and egg forms silky ribbons. bok choy, eggs, chicken stock, soy sauce, rapeseed oil. noodles show smoky edges and egg forms silky ribbons. char noodles in batches, simmer a light seafood gravy, and stream egg in off the boil.

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Core methodMore added fat or a heavier proportionchar noodles in batches, simmer a light seafood gravy, and stream egg in off the boil; 24 g oil for eight portions; noodles show smoky edges and egg forms silky ribbons.bok choy, eggs, chicken stock, soy sauce, rapeseed oil. noodles show smoky edges and egg forms silky ribbons. char noodles in batches, simmer a light seafood gravy, and stream egg in off the boil.

How the flavor stays

bok choy, eggs, chicken stock, soy sauce, rapeseed oil. noodles show smoky edges and egg forms silky ribbons. char noodles in batches, simmer a light seafood gravy, and stream egg in off the boil.

A cost rule that survives inflation

fresh rice noodles, prawns, chicken breast, soy sauce, rapeseed oil. char noodles in batches, simmer a light seafood gravy, and stream egg in off the boil. Wat Tan Hor.

Ingredients for 8

Measure first; timing is part of how this recipe uses less fat.

Wat Tan Hor: char noodles in batches, simmer a light seafood gravy, and stream egg in off the boil: fresh rice noodles, prawns, chicken breast. Measure and prepare them so they cook evenly.
  • 800 gfresh rice noodles
  • 500 gprawns
  • 350 gchicken breast
  • 250 gbok choy
  • 4eggs
  • 120 mlchicken stock
  • 45 mlsoy sauce
  • 24 grapeseed oil

Method

Each step includes heat, a visible cue, and a recovery.

Wat Tan Hor: char noodles in batches, simmer a light seafood gravy, and stream egg in off the boil: fresh rice noodles, prawns, chicken breast. Measure and prepare them so they cook evenly.
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Step 1 · follow the visible cue

Prepare the measured ingredients

char noodles in batches, simmer a light seafood gravy, and stream egg in off the boil: fresh rice noodles, prawns, chicken breast. Measure and prepare them so they cook evenly.

Look for: fresh rice noodles, prawns, chicken breast: noodles show smoky edges and egg forms silky ribbons. They should be evenly sized and free of excess surface moisture.

Wat Tan Hor: bok choy, eggs, chicken stock: noodles show smoky edges and egg forms silky ribbons. Combine them in the order that builds flavour without scorching.
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Step 2 · follow the visible cue

Build the defining flavour

bok choy, eggs, chicken stock: noodles show smoky edges and egg forms silky ribbons. Combine them in the order that builds flavour without scorching.

Look for: bok choy, eggs, chicken stock: char noodles in batches, simmer a light seafood gravy, and stream egg in off the boil. Look for rounded aromas with no burnt specks or separated oil.

Wat Tan Hor: Wat Tan Hor — char noodles in batches, simmer a light seafood gravy, and stream egg in off the boil; soy sauce, rapeseed oil. Add them while controlling heat and moisture.
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Step 3 · follow the visible cue

Cook with controlled heat

Wat Tan Hor — char noodles in batches, simmer a light seafood gravy, and stream egg in off the boil; soy sauce, rapeseed oil. Add them while controlling heat and moisture.

Look for: noodles show smoky edges and egg forms silky ribbons; soy sauce, rapeseed oil, Wat Tan Hor. The final accents should remain visible and balanced.

Wat Tan Hor: noodles show smoky edges and egg forms silky ribbons. Rest briefly, make one final texture check, and divide Wat Tan Hor into eight portions.
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Step 4 · follow the visible cue

Finish and verify the texture

noodles show smoky edges and egg forms silky ribbons. Rest briefly, make one final texture check, and divide Wat Tan Hor into eight portions.

Look for: Wat Tan Hor: char noodles in batches, simmer a light seafood gravy, and stream egg in off the boil; noodles show smoky edges and egg forms silky ribbons. No unwanted water or fat should pool at the edge.

Measured ingredients and four visible cooking stages for Wat Tan Hor
AI-generated instructional imagery; it is not evidence of a physical kitchen test.

Calories at the same serving size

a restaurant portion with unmeasured oil and sides often reaches 600–800 kcal609 kcal
This recipe420 kcal

189 kcal · 31% lower estimated

The estimate uses the listed ingredients divided into 8 servings. Brand labels, trimming, and the amount left in the pan can change the result.

420 kcalCalories
35gProtein
42gCarbs
13gFat

Keep the leftovers in the same spirit

Cool Wat Tan Hor promptly and refrigerate in a sealed container for up to 2 days. Reheat only the needed portion until piping hot, keeping crisp or fresh parts separate.

Cool Wat Tan Hor promptly and refrigerate in a sealed container for up to 2 days. Reheat only the needed portion until piping hot, keeping crisp or fresh parts separate.

Frequently asked questions

Can I prepare Wat Tan Hor ahead?

Yes. Prepare and chill the base in advance, but complete the final cooking, crisping, or dressing close to serving so the intended texture is preserved. Cool Wat Tan Hor promptly and refrigerate in a sealed container for up to 2 days. Reheat only the needed portion until piping hot, keeping crisp or fresh parts separate.

Does the calorie estimate for Wat Tan Hor include sides?

No. It covers one of eight portions made from the listed measured ingredients; drinks, bread, rice, sauces, and other sides are counted separately. char noodles in batches, simmer a light seafood gravy, and stream egg in off the boil; 24 g oil for eight portions; noodles show smoky edges and egg forms silky ribbons..

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C 42gP 35gF 13g
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Ingredients
  • fresh rice noodles800 g
  • prawns500 g
  • chicken breast350 g
  • bok choy250 g
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Published and last reviewed: August 25, 2026

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