When you visit a country, it is natural that you want to know about its gastronomy. Every day, more and more is expected from the world’s gastronomy thanks to the interconnectivity of the Internet. Before arriving in a country, many tourists already come with a list of dishes they want to try during their stay.
In Singapore, there are numerous Michelin-starred and professionally renowned restaurants that attract gourmet palates. But those who know say that the authentic flavor of local gastronomy is found in more traditional places where food is made with love and tradition.
Among its typical dishes, you don’t have to look far to find the inheritance of Chinese, Indian, and Malay cuisine that built its identity. With this article, you can make your own list to be prepared when you travel to Singapore… Let’s see.
1. Bak Chor Mee
The translation of this dish would be “noodles with minced meat.” It consists of noodles which can be either mee pok or mee kia noodles sprinkled with a mixture of black vinegar, soy sauce, and chili sauce. On top are minced beef, beef slices, meatballs, liver, sautéed mushrooms, pea shoots, and a lettuce leaf.
A balanced dish that will amaze you.
2. Carrot cake
You may be surprised that this dish has no carrots and is not a dessert. Instead, this dish is made with boiled and grated white radish mixed with rice flour until a coagulated form is achieved. Then, it is broken up and sautéed, adding egg, soy sauce, white chili, and chili sauce, with green onion on top.
A real delicacy, but the name may confuse you.
3. Char Kway Teow
It is a noodle stir-fry. First, garlic and pork fat are fried in a super hot iron wok, along with two kinds of noodles, slices of Chinese sausage, pea shoots, and fish paste. Then, one or two eggs and a mixture of soy sauce and oyster sauce are added. Finally, it is served with chili paste and lime for sprinkling.
You can order it without meat if you wish, although traditional places will look at you funny for ordering it this way.
4. Chicken Rice
This dish is considered the most typical of Singaporean cuisine. It is a dish in which the chicken is boiled and then immersed in ice water to cut the cooking but keep the tenderness of the meat. It is served with rice cooked in chicken broth and accompanied by soy sauce, chili sauce, and ginger.
Feel free to order this dish in any restaurant; you will be satisfied.
5. Chili Crab
The key to this national dish is the thick, sweet, and spicy sauce, a combination of tomato, chili sauce, lime juice, and egg. To which is added chili padi, one of the hottest chili peppers in the world.
If you like a mix of spicy and sweet, this is the dish for you. But be careful; it is spicier than sweet.
6. Nasi Lemak
Also known as rice in cream, this dish is popular throughout the region. The rice is cooked with coconut milk, ikan bilis (dried anchovies), roasted peanuts, cucumber, a fried egg, and chicken. It comes with sambal and is a very traditional Singaporean breakfast option.
Get ready to try each of these dishes and delight your palate. But remember that it is very important to consider that, to visit the country, you will probably need a [Singapore e-visa].
This document is mandatory for all foreign travelers from Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Moldova, Russia, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, and Uzbekistan.
The Singapore e-Visa is valid for 60 days after issuance. Please note that the e-Visa allows multiple entries, with a stay of 15 days per entry.
We also recommend you seek advice to ensure you do not need another travel document. The experts at iVisa have simplified the lives of many travelers, providing them with the necessary and accurate information so that they can plan their trips correctly.
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