Teochew · Singapore hawker food
Teochew Porridge
Teochew Porridge is a Teochew hawker dish loved across Singapore. Here is what it is, what to order and where to try it, starting at Ang Mo Kio Ave 4.
What is Teochew Porridge?
Plain, watery rice porridge served with many small side dishes such as braised duck, salted egg, steamed fish and stir-fried greens. You point at what you want and pay by the dish. Teochew Porridge is part of Singapore's hawker culture, recognised by UNESCO in 2020 as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
Where to eat Teochew Porridge in Singapore
Heartland suppers of porridge and a dozen little dishes. In Hawker Fantasy, the Teochew Porridge food gem is found at Ang Mo Kio Ave 4.
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- What to order
- Plain porridge with braised duck, salted egg and stir-fried greens
- Tip
- Pick three to five side dishes
We don't rank individual stalls. Every hawker centre has its own favourites, so ask the regulars and follow the queue.
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