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Famed for its high cost of living, Singapore harbors a treasure trove of delectable and affordable dishes that you shouldn't miss.
Embark on a culinary journey with 7 delectable and economical dishes during your visit to Singapore
1. Hainanese Chicken Rice
A trip to Singapore is incomplete without savoring Hainanese Chicken Rice, hailed as the national dish. Each serving features fragrant, fluffy rice paired with tender chicken, accompanied by a bowl of sweet and savory chicken broth, slices of cucumber, chili, and a rich soy-based sauce.
2. Durian
While Singapore isn't the only country in the region with durians, it's the only one that went so far as to construct a theater mimicking the shape of this pungent fruit, aptly named the 'Durian Theater.'
Indeed, durian is a popular and beloved fruit in the Lion City. It is prominently sold in areas with a Chinese or Geylang influence. Singaporean durians come in various types, from large, delicious ones with soft and fragrant golden flesh to smaller ones, just slightly larger than oranges, with pale yellow flesh and a slightly lower price.
3. Frog Porridge
Frog porridge in Singapore is a must-try for anyone visiting the country. The most famous is found in Lorong 9, Lorong 11, Geylang. The dish consists of a pot of porridge and a separate pot of frogs. The porridge is smooth and sticky, while the frogs are marinated richly and braised with soy sauce. The frog meat, when served, looks enticing—golden yellow, hot, and aromatic. The meat is neither tough nor fishy but instead flavorful and blends well with the rice porridge.
Note that the frog is often prepared quite spicy, so it's advisable to request a milder version if you're not a fan of spice. The price for a pot of porridge with frog is around 8 SGD per frog. In addition to frog porridge, the eatery also offers other dishes such as stir-fried frog with bamboo shoots, stir-fried vegetables, and various seafood options like squid and clams.
4. Pork Noodle at Hill Street Tai Hwa
Hill Street Tai Hwa Pork Noodle is a renowned budget-friendly eatery known for its quality and prices. Awarded a Michelin star in 2016, the establishment serves various pork noodle dishes, including dry and soup noodles, and pork ball soup.
The flavors here are exceptional, with perfectly cooked noodles, tender meat, fragrant pork liver, and a subtly sweet broth. Prices range from 6 to 10 SGD (100-170 thousand VND) per serving, making it relatively affordable in this expensive country. The eatery opens at 9 AM, and due to its popularity, expect long queues before you get your turn.
5. Soy Sauce Chicken Noodle in Hong Kong Soya Sauce Chicken Rice & Noodle
Located on Smith Street in Chinatown, Chef Chan Hon Meng's soy sauce chicken noodle shop is a delicious and budget-friendly Michelin-starred spot. For around 40 SGD, you can enjoy a satisfying meal at this renowned eatery.
As a result, the place is always crowded, operating until the evening, and sometimes running out of stock in the afternoon. Apart from the famous soy sauce chicken noodle, the shop also offers rice, char siu noodles, stir-fried vegetables, and a variety of other dishes.
6. Dim Sum
If you're a dim sum enthusiast, don't miss out on this culinary delight when visiting Singapore. Apart from high-end dim sum restaurants like Din Tai Fung or Tim Wan Ho, in this priciest Asian destination, you can still relish dim sum at more budget-friendly spots with equally fantastic quality.
Indulge in a divine dim sum feast with steaming buns, silky chicken feet, custard buns, and dumplings, priced between 3-7 SGD per dish at budget dim sum places like Swee Chon Dim Sum or Wen Dao Shi at 126 Sims Avenue. These two dim sum spots are favorites among locals and tourists alike for their delightful flavors and reasonable prices.
7. Bak Kut Teh
Bak Kut Teh, originating from China, translates to 'meat bone tea.' This nutritious dish features pork ribs simmered in a special herbal broth. Enjoy it with rice, noodles, youtiao (Chinese fried dough), or even a bowl of Bak Kut Teh alone for a refreshing and invigorating experience.
You can find renowned Bak Kut Teh restaurants along Balestier Road (Founder Bak Kut Teh, 347 Balestier Road), Rangoon Road (Ng Ah Sio Pork Ribs Eating House, 8 Rangoon Road), and Joo Chiat Road (Sin Heng Bak Koot Teh, 439 Joo Chiat Road).
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Reference: Travel guide from Mytour
MytourMarch 16, 2018
