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Hainanese chicken rice is most often named the national dish of Singapore, poached chicken over rice cooked in its aromatic broth. Our Chicken Rice Balls recipe shows how to make it at home, one of 192 authentic Singaporean recipes waiting below.

The Most Famous Singaporean Dishes

  1. Hainanese chicken rice

    Say hello to Chicken Rice Balls, a charming twist on Singapore's beloved chicken rice. Instead of a plain mound of rice, the fragrant, stock-cooked grains are rolled into neat …

  2. Kaya Toast

    Meet Kaya Toast, the humble breakfast that Singaporeans cannot start the day without. Crisp, golden bread is slathered with a fragrant coconut and pandan spread and a generous knob …

What is the national dish of Singapore?

Singapore has no single official national dish, but Hainanese chicken rice is the one most often given that title, poached chicken over rice cooked in its aromatic broth. A step-by-step recipe is on this page, alongside 191 more authentic Singaporean recipes.

What food is Singapore famous for?

Singapore's most famous dish is Hainanese chicken rice. This page collects 192 authentic Singaporean recipes, from everyday classics to festive specialities.