Khow suey

Khow Suey is a sumptuous noodle soup certain to tantalize your taste buds. It features egg noodles, curried beef or chicken, and lush coconut milk, all enlivened with a squeeze of lemon for a tangy accent. This dish closely mirrors a traditional Burmese noodle soup called ohn no khauk swe, which translates to 'coconut milk noodles.'

Khow Suey, or ohn no khao swè, originally hails from Burma. During World War II, it made its way to East India with Burmese migrants and has since become a cherished part of India's street food culture. In Pakistan, the Memon community has also embraced this dish, likely owing to the migration of South Asians from Burma in the 1960s. They refer to it as khausa, and it has become a signature dish within the community.

Whether you're savoring it from a street vendor in India or enjoying a homemade version in Pakistan, Khow Suey offers a rich blend of flavors and a captivating history to match.