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National Dish Singapore: Penang Laksa (Recipe)
Meet Penang Laksa, a fragrant noodle soup that captures the soul of Southeast Asian cooking. Fresh fish, tangy tamarind and …
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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
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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 …
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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 …
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National Dish Singapore: Penang Char Kway Teow (Recipe)
Say hello to Penang Char Kway Teow, a smoky, savoury noodle dish that has earned pride of place at the hawker stalls of Singapore …
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National Dish Singapore: Pandan Kaya Cake (Recipe)
Meet the Pandan Kaya Cake, a fragrant slice of Singaporean baking that turns the island’s love of pandan and coconut into …
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National Dish Singapore: Pandan Cake (Recipe)
Meet Pandan Cake, one of Singapore’s most beloved bakes and a true feast for the eyes. Its striking emerald-green crumb …
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National Dish Singapore: Oyster Sauce Vegetables (Recipe)
Discover Oyster Sauce Vegetables, a bright, quick-fire stir-fry that captures the heart of Singapore’s melting-pot kitchen. …
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National Dish Singapore: Oyster Hor Fun (Recipe)
Say hello to Oyster Hor Fun, a glorious tangle of wide rice noodles cloaked in a glossy, savoury sauce and crowned with plump, …
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National Dish Singapore: Otak-Otak (Recipe)
Meet Otak-Otak, a fragrant fish cake that ranks among Singapore’s most beloved snacks. Fresh fish is blended with coconut …
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National Dish Singapore: Otah-Otah (Recipe)
Meet Otah-Otah, a fragrant parcel of spiced fish paste that captures everything wonderful about Singaporean street food. Wrapped …
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National Dish Singapore: Orh Nee (Recipe)
Meet Orh Nee, the silky yam paste dessert that has long been a highlight of Singapore’s Teochew table. Warm, glossy and …
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National Dish Singapore: Nyonya Chap Chye (Recipe)
Meet Nyonya Chap Chye, a comforting braised vegetable dish that sits right at the heart of Singapore’s Peranakan kitchen. …
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National Dish Singapore: Nonya Chap Chye (Recipe)
Meet Nonya Chap Chye, a beautifully fragrant medley of braised vegetables that sits at the heart of Singapore’s Peranakan …
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National Dish Singapore: Ngoh Hiang (Recipe)
Say hello to Ngoh Hiang, a golden, crispy bite that captures the melting-pot spirit of Singapore’s hawker culture. These …
Read more →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.