India, Oct. 6 -- Craving a plate of smoky, saucy noodles? Check out our guide to the best Hokkien mee spots in KL and PJ, loved by locals.

At first glance, a plate of Hokkien mee may not look like the most appealing dish to the uninitiated. Its deep, almost inky hue can seem intimidating, and it's not uncommon for newcomers to hesitate before digging in. But ask any KL local and they'll tell you, once you've had your first taste of this smoky, savoury noodle dish, you'll find yourself craving it again and again. What may appear ordinary on the surface is, in fact, one of the most famous comfort foods in KL and neighbouring PJ.

Before we dive into where you can find the best plates in town, it's worth clarifying a key distinction. Hokkie...