What to Eat in Singapore?

Singapore, which is known for its motley of ethnically diverse people, is all set to become the next and the best tourism destination. The city is noted for its plush shopping malls, exotic spa, unique massages and luxury hotels which attract a number of tourists all across the year. Not only that, numerous public spots, historical artefacts, and other family attractions make a visit to this city worthwhile.

What about cuisines? Eclectic dishes are prepared with mouth-watering spices and herbs which represent the country’s culture are considered to be important paraphernalia of any tourism destination. The multi-ethnic culture influenced by a combination of Chinese, Indian, Malay, Indonesian and Western has gifted Singapore with some vibrant cuisines when it comes to flavour and aroma.

Let us check out 5 specialty dishes in Singapore.

5 Dishes in Singapore

1.

Hainanese Chicken Rice

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This dish was brought in by the Chinese immigrants from the Hainan province of South China. It is so popular that it is considered as the national dish of Singapore. First, the chicken is poached at sub-boiling temperatures, and the stock is kept aside. The rice is then cooked with ginger, garlic, and pandan leaves along with the stock. The flavoured and the aromatic rice is then tossed with the boiled chicken pieces and seasoned with zucchinis. It is one of the best dishes for a quick lunch in Singapore.

2.

Hokkien Prawn Mee

Stir fried noodles cooked with pork bones and prawn heads also click instantly with the tourists. The dish originates from China’s Hokkien province and consists of egg noodles and rice noodles mixed with egg, pork slices, prawns and occasionally squid. The dish is garnished with veggies and dipped in sambal sauce and lime before serving to the tourists in Singapore for that magical taste.

3.

Char Kway Teow

Again belonging to the noodles family, this dish is prepared with flat rice noodles and stir-fried with shrimps and fish cakes. This dish which is originated from Malaysia’s Penang region is garnished with black soy sauce, bean sprouts, and Chinese sausage which make the entire plate tempting and delicious. You will surely find out that the prawns and shrimps used in the dishthat are brought from Penang, not only tastes different but are also high in juicy quotient!

4.

Nasi Lemak

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Another delight for the taste buds, this dish is prepared with rice in cream coconut paste. The dish is a full package of all the tasty fries which include deep fried fish, chicken wings, grilled fish paste, egg poach dressed with cucumber slices, peanuts and chilli paste for a much-needed dip. The dish is often considered the staple food of the Malay province. You can also prefer a Chinese version which includes lots of vegetables and meat pieces. We can order this delicious food online from leading food website foodpanda with extra discount by using coupons fromCouponzGuru.com.

5.

Barbecued Stingray

One of the popular foods straight from the streets of Singapore, it is prepared with seafood and is a bit spicy but nonetheless delectable and appetizing. The fish fillets are prepared with shrimp paste, dipped in spicy sambal sauce and tossed with diced tomatoes and slit chillies. The entire preparation is then wrapped in a banana leaf and slowly grilled.

Want to taste them? So, pack your bags and book the next flight to Singapore!