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Claypot Rice Singapore
Claypot rice is a Singaporean delicacy that is served with savory clay pot rice, claypot chicken or claypot pork. Claypot food has become popular in Southeast Asia and the claypots are often used to cook other dishes as well. The clay pots have been traditionally created from red clay but more recently have been made of steel due to health concerns about lead poisoning from cooking in unfired clay pots polluted by lead-based glazes.
There are many claypot rice restaurants in Singapore. Which claypot rice restaurant is the best? What claypot dishes should you try at each claypot rice place? We have compiled a list of 20 clay pot rice places to visit so that you can find the perfect spot for your next meal!
Key Considerations Factors
- Type of Rice: Make sure to use a high-quality type of rice, like jasmine, glutinous, or Basmati, which has a floral taste and a fluffy texture.
- Meat: Depending on your chosen flavor profile, choose the sort of meat that appeals to your palate the most, such as chicken, pig, fish, or mushrooms.
- Flavorings: The use of high-quality fish sauce, oyster sauce, and Shaoxing wine gives the meal that little something extra. The quantity of seasoning should be adjusted according to each individual’s taste.
- Preparation Method: Traditional clay pots are heated over charcoal, which gives the food a smokey flavor. Modern clay pots, on the other hand, can be heated with electricity. Use an electric model if you’re short on time, but watch out that you don’t make the rice too dry!
- Quality of Claypot: Choose a pot with an enamel coating because it evenly distributes heat, so there are no burned spots and the bottom of the pot has a crisper crust.
Best Claypot Rice Singapore
1. Geylang Claypot Rice
| Key Services | Claypot Rice |
| Website | https://www.facebook.com/geylangclaypotrice |
| Address | 361/363/365 Beach Road, Singapore 199576 |
| Phone | 6744 4574 |
| Operating Hours | Monday-Sunday: 12pm to 2:30pm, 5pm to 10pm |
Geylang Claypot Rice is not located in Geylang, unlike its name. They’ve moved from a modest coffeeshop to a sleek new restaurant along Beach Road, with air conditioning. Mr. Ng Kim Hock (better known as ‘Ah Tiam’), the creator of Geylang Claypot Rice, has been serving this dish for more than 30 years. Its distinctive claypot rice is slow-cooked to order over charcoal for that smoky taste, with traditional toppings including chicken, Chinese sausage, waxed meat, and salted fish over rice.
There’s also a decent number of local “Tze Char” side dishes such as the Tofu with Prawns and the French Bean with Shrimps to pick from if you’re craving something a little more.
Client Testimonial:
I missed good claypot rice. I am pleasantly surprised the claypot right is awesome! The other dishes are also great! Definitely will go back if i have craving for claypot rice again. Recommended to call in advance 30 mins before arriving so they can cook the claypot rice and you can have it fast upon arrival.
Evelyn Chye
2. Yew Chuan Claypot Rice
| Key Services | Claypot Rice |
| Address | 505 Beach Road, #01-73, Golden Mile Food Centre, Singapore 199583 |
| Phone | 9137 5661 |
| Operating Hours | Tuesday -Wednesday, Friday: 12pm to 8:30pm, Saturday-Sunday: 3pm to 8:30pm |
Yew Chuan Claypot Rice (酉川沙煲饭) is a well-known dish in the CBD area, and it’s no surprise that Yew Chuan Clayppot Rice is home to many other must-eat options.
The stall is owned by a husband-and-wife team that has been in the industry for almost 20 years. Unlike many other stalls, they only provide one dish and no additional side dishes.
The Claypot Chicken Rice (S$6/S$12/S$18/S$24/S$30) is only available in certain sizes, from single servings to big groups. Every claypot includes deliciously soft chicken parts that are flavored with their unique marinade.
The most outstanding feature of this restaurant is that, unlike other places, they provide two different varieties of lap Cheong. The changing levels of sweetness added a new dimension to each bite, making it a delectable dining experience with bragging rights.
Client Testimonial:
Awesome!!! You gotta try it yourself to believe it. Everything is just right! Rice is not hard, and can eat the “rice cracker” if you scrap hard enough, Chicken piece is soft, salted fish aplenty, Chinese sausage is soft and comes with crunchy vegetable…. A hearty meal indeed.
C S
3. Yuan Yuan Claypot Rice
| Key Services | Claypot Rice |
| Website | https://www.facebook.com/GuanGuanClaypotRice/ |
| Address | 6 Bukit Merah Lane 1, #01-38, ABC Brickworks Market, Singapore 150006 |
| Phone | 6876 5259 |
| Operating Hours | Friday -Monday: 4pm to 9pm |
Yuan Yuan Claypot Rice (源源砂煲饭) in the same food center as Wow Wow West serves not only claypot rice but also nutritious soups. The owner is now in his 70s and works alongside his family at ABC Brickworks Market & Food Centre, where he has been together with his family.
Traditional fish dishes, such as boned fish with ginger and garlic (S$29), are also popular. They’re great for using hua diao wine in their Famous Claypot Rice (S$10/S$15/S$20/S$25). This adds to the dish’s flavor and aroma, making it even more appealing
The distinctive smoky flavor of claypot rice cooked over a charcoal fire is another interesting characteristic. The chicken’s umami tastes are enhanced by the smokiness.
Client Testimonial:
The claypot rice was cooked using charcoal so it had a wonderful smokey fragance and taste. The chicken were well marinated. There were lup cheong and salted fish too. A portion for two costs $15, which is reasonably priced. Staff were polite and hygenic and accepted e-payment.
CK C
4. Lian He Ben Ji Claypot Rice
| Key Services | Claypot Rice |
| Website | https://www.facebook.com/pages/Lian-He-Ben-Ji-Claypot-Rice/ |
| Address | 335 Smith Street, #2-197/198/199, Chinatown Complex Food Centre, Singapore 050335 |
| Phone | 6227 2470 |
| Operating Hours | Friday – Wednesday: 4:30 pm to 10 pm |
Lian He Ben Ji Claypot Rice is located in Chinatown Complex, where every pot of rice is made from scratch. While the line may last up to an hour, the claypot rice here is well worth it.
The portion size of each container varies from $8 to $30. It’s brimming with succulent chicken chunks, waxy lap cheong, umami salted fish, and a substantial serving of greens. To balance out the richness of the rice dish, get the Lotus Root Pork Rib Soup ($2.50) on the side.
Client Testimonial:
Still my best choice for claypot rice in SG! No horse run! I would love to give them 6 stars if I’m allow to! Been eating it for 26 years!!! Still yummy! Do call them in advance to cut down waiting time! You can expect the wait to be over an hour….
Siang Hwee FOO
5. Sembawang Traditional Claypot Rice
| Key Services | Claypot Rice |
| Website | https://www.facebook.com/sembawangclaypotrice/ |
| Address | 4 Jalan Tampang, Singapore 758948 |
| Phone | 6757 7144 |
| Operating Hours | Monday-Sunday: 11 am to 10 pm |
There’s no doubt that Sembawang Traditional Claypot Rice is a household name in the north. Their time-tested recipes date back to the 1980s, with their grains cooked over charcoal and straight in the claypot to retain that distinctive smokiness. The Traditional Claypot Rice (from S$8.80) has a lot of satisfyingly crunchy bits, as well as a hearty portion of chicken (albeit bony ones). If you’re hungry, try one of their zi char entrees, such as the wonderfully crispy San Lao Bee Hoon (from S$5.80).
Client Testimonial:
Airy and spacious. Good safe distancing measures in place, even a waiter is there to take our temperature. Food is good and delicious.
Alvin Loo
6. New Lucky Claypot Rice
| Key Services | Claypot Rice |
| Website | https://m.facebook.com/newluckyclaypot/ |
| Address | 44 Holland Drive, #02-19, Holland Drive Market And Food Centre, Singapore 270044 |
| Phone | 6778 7808 |
| Operating Hours | Monday-Tuesday: 11am to 12:30pm, 5pm to 8pm, Thursday-Sunday: 11am to 1pm, 5pm to 8pm |
In Singapore, there are several well-known claypot rice stalls, including New Lucky Claypot Rice, which has a Michelin Bib Gourmand distinction. If you go in without calling ahead, you may be waiting up to 45 minutes.
Clayspots are certainly not the first thing that springs to mind when you think of traditional Chinese cuisine. Stovetop claypot rice, on the other hand, is a popular food in Taiwan and is available at low cost. The smallest plate serves two people and costs $15.
Client Testimonial:
Moved from Clementi coffee shop to Holland Drive. I’m amazed that it tastes exactly the same. They have very good soup too.
Tip: call to place your order before heading down. Unless you want to sit there and wait for your food to cook. Can’t chope the soup or vegetable. So its best to reserve early.
J
7. Yong Nian Claypot Chicken Rice
| Key Services | Claypot Rice |
| Website | https://www.facebook.com/%E6%B0%B8%E5%B9%B4%E7%93%A6%E7%85%B2%E9%B8%A1%E9%A5%AD-265607377343085/?ref=page_internal |
| Address | Block 325, Clementi Avenue 5, #01-129, Singapore 150127 |
| Phone | +65 8133 0032 |
| Operating Hours | Monday to Saturday: 10am – 3pm |
Yong Nian may be a relatively new listing in comparison to the other choices here, but this unknown place, now located at Bukit Merah, provides a delicious claypot rice dish.
What is the appeal of these rice dishes? A unique combination of sauce that’s sprinkled over the rice upon ordering. What’s the best aspect? The stall doesn’t provide bowls or plates to scoop your rice out onto; instead, you’ll have to eat it straight from the claypot for an extra special experience.
Client Testimonial:
Worth the hype. The rice in the pot is “wetter” than other claypot places I’ve been to, so it may put off some people. However I really like the take and chicken still remains very moist and juicy.
Gold Eagle
8. Zhao Ji Claypot Rice
| Key Services | Claypot Rice |
| Website | https://m.facebook.com/pages/category/Food-Stand/ZhaoJi-Claypot-Rice-220262425389243/ |
| Address | 335 Smith Street, #2-53, Chinatown Complex Food Centre, Singapore 050335 |
| Phone | 6221 9449 |
| Operating Hours | Tuesday – Sunday: 12 pm to 7 pm |
There’s also Zhao Ji Claypot Rice, an underappreciated stall that is perhaps as good as Lian He Ben Ji. While the rice at this location isn’t cooked over coals as it is in Burma, the chicken within their claypot rice is said to be delicate and delicious. The prices vary from $10 to $28, and if you love meat, the Various option is worth a try, which adds more pork to the mix.
Client Testimonial:
It has the original taste of the yesterdays of old Chinatown sidewalk claypot rice. Well cook and tasty. Pricing at $10.00 (Small) for one person. However, watch out of salted fisg scales. Opening hours: 11am to 8.30pm.
ybanfong John
9. Nan Xing Claypot Rice
| Key Services | Claypot Rice |
| Website | https://www.facebook.com/NanXingClaypotRice/ |
| Address | 79 Circuit Road, #01-11, Circuit Road Food Centre, Singapore 370039 |
| Phone | 9498 6599 |
| Operating Hours | Thursday -Tuesday: 12pm to 8pm |
The award-winning Claypot Rice from Nan Xing has been serving up delectable claypot rice to the neighbors of Circuit Road for more than ten years. Their Claypot Chicken Rice costs $6 and is topped with a salted egg for extra flavor. They also have a Luncheon Meat & Egg Claypot Rice ($6) on the menu if you’d want to try something new. Meanwhile, meat lovers will adore their Pig Trotter Vinegar ($6), which is jam-packed with melt-in-your-mouth pork leg meat.
Client Testimonial:
Was at 79 Circuit Rd FC n decided to eat some claypot dishes at #01-11. The stall has two things we crave: luncheon meat n egg, n pig’s trotters.
Love the food. Great service n excellent attitude. Will return for more. Will add salted fish n other stuff from next meal.
Brendon Choke
10. Cantonese Claypot Rice
| Key Services | Claypot Rice |
| Website | https://www.facebook.com/GUANGDONGSHABAOFAN/ |
| Address | Block 38A Beo Crescent, #01-66, Beo Crescent Market & Food Centre, Singapore 169982 |
| Phone | 8333 2813 |
| Operating Hours | Friday – Wednesday: 11:45 am to 8 pm |
Check out Cantonese Claypot Rice in the Beo Crescent Market if you’re looking for affordable and excellent claypot rice in Singapore. They also serve Claypot Chicken Rice ($4.30) in addition to the basic dish, which is available at most restaurants for $5 or less. Other choices include Claypot Sausages with Bacon Pork Rib Rice ($5.30), which comes with a side of white rice. To wash everything down, try the Papaya White Fungus Stewed Pork Ribs Soup ($3.80), naturally sweetened with papaya.
Client Testimonial:
The claypot rice is really good. Really flavourful, and affordable. Recommend the claypot sausage bacon pork rib and chicken rice. Has a generous dollop of salted fish. The pictures in the rest of the review speak for themselves. Good variety of Cantonese soups. If u are Cantonese as I am, 粉葛排骨汤 is recommended.
ling chung Lee
11. Selera Cuppage Claypot Rice
| Key Services | Claypot Rice |
| Website | https://www.facebook.com/seleracuppage/ |
| Address | 5 Koek Road, #01-11, Cuppage Plaza, Singapore 228796 |
| Phone | 6235 0520 |
| Operating Hours | Monday-Sunday: 12 pm to 9 pm |
In Singapore, head to Selera Cuppage for halal claypot rice. Their claypot rice is liberally seasoned with salted fish for added umami and costs $5.50. There’s even a beef option if you want to try something different.
The restaurant serves halal zi char cuisine such as Sweet & Sour Chicken (from $12) and Fried Cereal Prawns ($20).
Client Testimonial:
One of the halal restaurants not far from Orchard road with prices that are still quite affordable with good taste and friendly service. Although the place is not too broad but still comfortable to enjoy food.
Saryati Suwito
It was quite recommended restaurant, especially Lychee Drink for those who like fresh drinks.
12. Bao Fa Traditional Food
| Key Services | Claypot Rice |
| Address | 283 Bukit Batok East Avenue 3, Singapore 650283 |
| Phone | tel:+65 6561 0607 |
| Operating Hours | Friday – Wednesday: 11.30 am – 9 pm |
In terms of excellent food, the West may very well be competing with the East. Bao Fa Traditional Food in Bukit Batok is at the top of the list, fronting a comfort food-style claypot rice. The restaurant serves a variety of other soothing dishes of rice and noodles, so every trip will leave you satisfied.
The rice here is cooked to order and costs S$10 for two people. It’s a budget-friendly option for lunch with a buddy. This is something that will be making its way to Bukit Batok, guaranteed! Topped with salted fish and liberally doused in chilli, it’s something you won’t want to miss.
Client Testimonial:
My family have been a loyal customer for more than 15 years. From the morning ba chor meet to lunch/dinner claypot rice (with a variety of double-boiled soups you may choose from), this store is definitely one of the aces in my book. I’ve brought many friends there and their verdicts are always the same… this is a gourmet gem in the heartland! Must try!!
Thomas Tan
13. He Ping Claypot Rice
| Key Services | Claypot Rice |
| Website | https://www.facebook.com/pages/He-Ping-claypot-rice-Geylang-Lor-19/198586440169906 |
| Address | 148 Sims Avenue Singapore 387470 |
| Phone | +65 6748 9495 |
| Operating Hours | Monday-Sunday: 11am – 11pm |
He Ping Claypot Rice, located at Geylang (near Lor 19), has served up Claypot Rice for over 40 years. If you didn’t reserve a table before hand, the Claypot Rice will be cooked by the conventional method using charcoal, so expect to wait at least 30 minutes.
There’s something unique about the way it was presented. Before the dark sauce and oil were added, the chicken chunks, Chinese sausage, salted fish, and salted duck egg yolk were removed. Auntie helped with everything rather than some stalls that are DIY.
Client Testimonial:
Wallet friendly prices & tasty fares.
Hokkien mee: Old school taste, noodles is not over cooked (no akaline taste)
Fried beancurd sticks: Crispy on the outside, soft & moist on the inside
Sweet sour pork: not overly sweet, pork is crispy; retaining the tenderness
Har cheong chicken: Looks dry but it’s tender on the inside
Average waiting time for claypot rice is 30 mins
Kelly Chong
14. Tai Liok Claypot Chicken Rice
| Key Services | Claypot Rice |
| Website | https://www.burpple.com/tai-liok-claypot-chicken-rice |
| Address | Alexandra Village Food Centre Unit #01-66 120A Bukit Merah Lane 1, Singapore 151120 |
| Phone | +65 6474 0439 |
| Operating Hours | Wednesday-Sunday: 5 pm – 10 pm |
The stall formerly operated out of the Margaret Drive Food Centre at Level 2, and has now relocated to Alexandra Village Food Centre. The popularity of this stand has been maintained by a large number of regulars.
The dish of Claypot Chicken Rice (price varies based on serving size) has a sizable quantity of lup cheong and boneless chicken meat accompanied by a wonderful scent. The price for two people is $12, three people is $18, four people is $23, and five people costs $28.
The rice is fragrant and has a wetter texture than the usual, which is on the drier side; topped with generous portions of chunky but soft chicken meat.
Add on more sides including Oyster Sauce Vegetables ($5-$6), Pig Stomach with Pork Rib Soup ($4), Water Cress with Pork Rib Soup ($4), and Herbal Black Chicken Soup ($3).
Client Testimonial:
Very generous with their ingredients, this has got to be one of the most value for money Claypot rice. First try, it seems tasteless except for the burnt wok hey taste. However, after adding ample amount of black sauce and oil, the taste tilted to serious tasty. I love it. There are chunks of salted fish too so be sure to mix evenly. I’ll be back for more.
John Tay
15. Broadway Claypot Rice
| Key Services | Claypot Rice |
| Website | https://www.facebook.com/broadwayclaypotrice/ |
| Address | 727 Ang Mo Kio Avenue 6, #01-4236, Singapore 560727 |
| Phone | +65 8622 8632 |
| Operating Hours | Monday-Sunday: 11 am – 8.30 pm |
Broadway Claypot Rice (百樂匯砂煲飯) in Ang Mo Kio’s heartlands has long been my family’s choice for claypot rice. The stall is well-known in the region, and they’ve proven themselves worthy of that distinction over time.
In the center, you’ll find a range of dish options. Kampong Chicken is available for selection (S$9/S$11/S$17/S$22/S$26), while normal chicken may also be chosen ( S$8/ S$,10/ S$,15 /).
This is the place to go if you adore the burnt bits of rice at the claypot’s edges. They’re notorious for always slightly overcooking their rice, resulting in a burned layer that I just can’t get enough of.
Client Testimonial:
Liked the chicken claypot rice $8 a pot, good for two to share. Meat well seasoned n ample. Rice was tasty with slightly burnt scrapes. Didn’t try other dishes. The kopitiam is airy n comfy, just beside an overhead bridge near Jubilee n row of clinics.
WhaleOfaTime
16. La Chasseur
| Key Services | Claypot Rice |
| Website | https://www.facebook.com/lechasseurSG |
| Address | 27 Eunos Road 2, Singapore 409387 |
| Phone | +65 6337 7677 |
| Operating Hours | Monday-Sunday: 11.30am – 3pm & 5.30pm – 9.30pm |
The Le Chasseur in Eunos, which may not seem like a culinary destination, is quite promising.
The Singaporean chef-owner used to reside in East Africa and previously owned a restaurant with the same name. His current restaurant, on the other hand, serves zi char-styled foods that are well recognized by Singaporeans.
Their Claypot Rice (S$12.50/S$23) is highly regarded, with fans describing it as “delicious.” Despite the long waiting periods, customers are still prepared to wait, and if there’s anything that indicates the quality of a dish, it’s Singaporeans’ dedication in waiting to buy it.
Client Testimonial:
Wonderful place for foodies/family gathering❤️ very spacious and wonderful food a must try place if you like chinese food the dessert is also great i’ll bring my family here in the near future
Eva Su
17. Jade Palace Restaurant
| Key Services | Claypot Rice |
| Website | http://www.jadepalace.com.sg/ |
| Address | Forum the Shopping Mall, 583 Orchard Road #B1-13 Singapore 238884 |
| Phone | +65 6732 6628 |
| Operating Hours | Monday-Sunday: 11am – 3pm, 6pm – 11pm |
The restaurant, which has been in operation since 1998, is located at the Forum Shopping Mall’s basement and specializes in traditional Cantonese food.
There is a one-page version of Claypot Rice with ingredients like pork ribs, dried scallop, minced chicken, preserved pork sausage, liver sausage, and South African abalone.
Prepare to part with a substantial sum of money, though. The basic Traditional Assorted Preserved Meat Claypot Rice is priced at $68 or more.
Client Testimonial:
Enjoyed the dim sum. The ha kau, siew mai, xiao long bao, wu kok (crispy yam puff), and steamed carrot cake were particularly good. Good and efficient service.
Royal Pears
18. KL Tai Pai Tong
| Key Services | Claypot Rice |
| Website | https://www.facebook.com/kltaipaitong/ |
| Address | 1 Yishun Industrial Street 1, #01-12 A, Singapore 768160 |
| Phone | +65 9892 7306 |
| Operating Hours | Monday-Sunday: 11 am – 10 pm |
The food at this Yishun cafe is both varied and distinct, with roti prata, minced pork noodles, nasi lemak, Ipoh bean sprouts chicken, and the renowned San Lou Fried Bee Hoon all on the menu.
The rice at the bottom of this claypot was not burnt, and there was no need to scrape it off, which may disappoint those who enjoy scorched bits (a nice name for charred pieces).
The pieces of fish were thick, juicy, and seasoned with a delightful spice blend. Each bite was packed with flavor thanks to the crispy fried fish bits, which added something unexpected and delicious to every mouthful.
Client Testimonial:
Unsure why the reviews of this place is so bad. KL Tai Pai Tong practically revive this food court. Food was served fast. I ordered the curry fish head. Portion was big enough for 3 person to finish. There were many interesting dishes which I would be very curious to try in future. Waiting time was also okay as compared to the other reviews.
chengkok oh
19. Happy Snack’s Claypot Rice
| Key Services | Claypot Rice |
| Address | 01-32 Bukit Merah View Blk 115 |
Only order from this stand if you have time to spare, as the meals are prepared to order here. However, wait it out and you’ll be rewarded with a huge steaming claypot brimming with flavorful rice that has absorbed all of the ingredients’ juices. The rice grains are prepared from scratch in the claypot before other components are added, and they’re seasoned with dark soya sauce, oil, and a touch of chilli.
The claypot rice ($10) includes lots of ingredients, such as wonderfully fatty pork belly, mushrooms, lup cheong, chicken chunks, and more. The rice is mouth-wateringly fragrant with a delicious smoky flavor. The taste of the dish is excellent; however, because of the high salt content, I felt that the chicken pieces were a little too salty. The star of the show does not disappoint; it’s in the form of guo ba (or scorched rice that clings to the claypot’s bottom), which is plentiful.
Client Testimonial:
Generous portion and done deliciously well
M C
20. Fu He Delights
| Key Services | Claypot Rice |
| Address | Berseh Food Centre #02-40/47, 166 Jalan Besar Singapore 208877 |
| Phone | +65 6294 9203 |
| Operating Hours | Thursday-Saturday: 11am – 8.30pm |
Many customers were ordering Chinese Claypot Rice ($7, $15, $20) from Fu He Delights at Berseh Food Centre, which is more well-known for its Turtle Soups (one of the two remaining stalls selling this at the hawker centre).
They also provide a variety of soups, including Herbal Black Chicken Soup, Ginseng Black Chicken Soup, Lotus Root with Pork Ribs soup, and Shi Quan Duck Soup, to complement the claypot meals.
After a quarter of an hour or so, the simmering rice pot’s mouthwatering fragrance and sizzling noises will just pique your desire.
Client Testimonial:
The best claypot rice I’ve had. I can’t believe I haven’t seen more online reviews of this place. The chicken/Chinese sausage (?) claypot rice was so aromatic, the sauce so flavorful, the rice such a wonderful “sticky” texture.
Eric and Jemie
Claypot Rice Singapore
Singaporeans love their rice and if you’re looking for a good claypot on the island, then we hope this list will be of help. If you want to try some other dishes while dining in one of these establishments, don’t hesitate to ask your server what they recommend!
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
If you have any questions about Claypot Rice in Singapore, you can refer to the frequently asked questions (FAQ) about the best Claypot Rice in Singapore below:
What is claypot rice?
Claypot Rice is a traditional Singaporean dish that is cooked in a clay pot over a charcoal fire. It is usually made with rice, fresh vegetables like mushrooms, fried bean curd skin, Chinese sausages, salted egg pork ribs, lup cheong, pork belly, and chicken chunks, among other meats and ingredients. The dish is seasoned with dark soy sauce, oil, and chili for an aromatic and flavorful finish.
What makes claypot rice unique?
The signature claypot rice stands out from other dishes due to its cooking method and flavor profile. The clay pot retains the heat from the charcoal fire, allowing the flavors of the ingredients to meld together as they simmer and produce a delicious dish meal with a strong aroma. Additionally, the rice at the bottom of the pot develops a unique charred texture known as guo ba (rice crust or crisped up rice) which adds an extra layer of complexity to claypot rice’s flavor profile. You can add dark soy sauce to the guo ba or more more salted fish or pair it with prawn paste chicken for flavor.
Where can I find Claypot Rice in Singapore?
Claypot rice can be found in many hawker centres throughout Singapore, such as Berseh Food Centre, Bukit Merah View Blk 115, and Geylang Claypot Rice Village, just to name a few of hawker centre claypot rice that serve pretty decent food.
What are some popular accompaniments for claypot rice?
Claypot rice goes well with zichar dishes or Chinese soup dishes like herbal black chicken soup, salted mackerel fish, prawn paste fried chicken, or ginseng black chicken soup, as well as frog porridge or fish soup, for more variety and texture contrast when eating it as part of a meal.
How much does claypot rice cost in Singapore?
Claypot Rice typically costs between $7 and $20 in Singapore. Prices can vary based on the ingredients included, the overall food quality and the size of the claypot being ordered but generally, prices remain extremely reasonable. Popular dishes like Claypot Chicken Rice or Claypot Sausage Rice usually range from $15 – $20, while simpler Claypot Porridge or Claypot Fried Rice cost around $7 -$10.
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