Cantonese chow fun is a traditional dish from southern China, particularly the Canton (Guangdong) region, known for its use of wide, flat rice noodles. The name chow fun means “stir-fried noodles,” and it typically features the noodles seared in a hot wok to give them a smoky flavor known as wok hei. This dish showcases the hallmark of Cantonese cooking simple ingredients, skillful technique, and balanced flavors making it a celebrated staple of Cantonese cuisine.