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Singapore Eats

Explore Singapore's local eats with Smash.
2023-09-13 16:00:00
Nestled at the tip of the Malay Peninsula, Singapore bridges the Indian Ocean and the South China Sea. With a history deeply rooted in trade between China, India, Bugis, Arabs, and Europeans, the island became a melting pot for diverse influences. This cultural exchange brought an array of spices like tea, sago, pepper, nutmeg, cassia, cloves, and coriander to an already vibrant tapestry of flavours including lemongrass, coconut, durian, and other tropical delights. Singaporean cuisine, shaped by this rich history and cultural fusion, stands as a unique and delightful culinary experience.
Explore the rich tapestry of Singaporean cuisine beyond the famed Chilli Crab and Chicken Rice. This collection highlights iconic Singapore classics and cherished Hawker favourites, offering guidance on where to relish these culinary delights. Welcome to a world that includes Black Pepper Crabs, Claypot Frog Porridge, Laksa, Nasi Lemak, Char Kway Teow, Bo Bo Cha Cha, Fish Head Curry, Kaya Toast, and much more. Embark on a delightful culinary adventure and treat your taste buds to a symphony of flavours.

Chilli Crab

The internationally renowned Singaporean Chilli Crab is a harmonious fusion of flavours drawn from diverse cultures. Typically prepared with mud crabs, this dish involves stir-frying in a semi-thick, sweet, and savoury tomato-and-chilli-based sauce. It's commonly served with deep-fried mantou, providing a perfect accompaniment to soak up the multi-dimensional sauce.

Chicken Rice

Hainanese Chicken Rice, a culinary classic, requires no introduction. Its humble presentation features poached chicken, aromatic-infused rice, and a side of chilli sauce, ginger oil, and dark soy sauce. Despite its unassuming appearance, top-notch stalls dedicate years to crafting intricate layers of flavour in the rice and perfecting methods to keep the chicken succulent. Ready to satisfy your hunger?

Kaya Toast

A quintessential Singaporean breakfast comprises Kaya Toast, Onsen Eggs, and Kopi. The Kaya toast is a club sandwich crafted from crustless toast bread layered with kaya (coconut jam) and a generous slab of butter. Accompanying this is a side of very softly boiled eggs, enhanced by locals with soy sauce and pepper before being enjoyed by scooping and slurping with a teaspoon. That same teaspoon doubles up for savouring the hot Kopi, and yes, you can give it a slurp too.

Enjoy and Bon Appetit!

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