10 Spots For The Best Ngoh Hiang In Singapore
Savoury meat rolls and crispy deep-fried fritters from home-based businesses and hawker stalls
By guoxiongho -
Ngoh hiang, or wu xiang, usually refers to a meat roll made of ingredients such as prawn, pork and water chestnuts flavoured with the classic Chinese spice blend. It can also refer to the hawker stall offering of a plethora of deep-fried fritters, including moreish prawn crackers and vermillion-hued guan chang sausages, usually paired with a plate of fried bee hoon, or rice vermicelli. Whichever you decide to have, here are 10 places to get ngoh hiang in Singapore - from home-based businesses to hawker stalls.
Ah Ma's Ngoh Hiang is a home-based business started by brothers Desmond and Melvin Kang after their printing business was forced to close due to the pandemic. The production is a family affair using their grandmother's recipe as they need all the help they need to complete the orders. The selections here are Original Ngoh Hiang, Pork Meatball and Prawn Pancake.
Order via its Shopee page
Yummyrollz was birthed by husband and wife duo Desmond Ho and Serenena Koo during Circuit Breaker. The modest menu consists of ngoh hiang (which is available in seasonal flavours too), hei zho, glutinous rice, Heng Hwa fried bee hoon and hand-pounded chilli, making it easy to pick for a weekday meal. Stuffed with chopped prawns, water chestnuts and carrots, Yummyrollz has also founded celebrity fans from the likes of Zoe Tay and Belinda Lee.
Order via its Instagram page.
A short walk from Potong Pasir MRT sits Lao Zhong, which would not be difficult to find as the coffee shop is named after the hawker stall. Founded by owner Tan Kee Kwang in the 1950s, you can get your pick on which handmade ngoh hiang you would like to enjoy, ranging from the crispy fried prawn cracker to chewy sausage. Don't forget to get the chilli dipping sauce too.
Lao Zhong Zhong Wu Xiang is at 29 Tai Thong Cres, Singapore 347858.
Don't be mistaken by the shop name as Armenian Street Wu Xiang is actually located in Geylang near Aljunied MRT. The must-pick items here are the crispy prawn crackers, cuttlefish and deep-fried tofu. And if all the fried goodness gets overwhelming, the stall serves a side of pickled vegetables to cut through the grease.
Armenian Street Wu Xiang is at Lor 21A Geylang, Singapore 347858.
A place for the westies, Xin Sheng Gor has two branches to pick from. The brand was founded over 70 years ago and is currently helmed by third-generation owner Matthew Liu, a former national tennis player who quit his bank job to take over the family business. The crispy prawn cracker is a must, as is the sausage. Get the bee hoon too to complete the meal. Another plus? The pricing for each item is laid out neatly so you know exactly how much you are paying.
Xin Sheng Gor Hiong Prawn Cracker is at 221A Boon Lay Place, #01-164 Boon Lay Place Market and Food Village, Singapore 641221, and 3 Yung Sheng Road, #03-163 Taman Jurong Food Centre, Singapore 618499.
Need another reason to eat at Hong Lim Food Centre? The simply named Wu Xiang Xia Bing makes for a wonderful platter that can be shared with friends or as a meal on its own. Pick the sausage, prawn cracker, otah, fishcake and bee hoon. The fried pumpkin cake is a must-order as well.
Wu Xiang Xia Bing is at 531A Upper Cross St, #02-63 Hong Lim Market & Food Centre, Singapore 051531.
Old Chong Pang Wu Xiang is currently helmed by second-generation owner Zi Xing, whose father used the recipes he had learnt from his father. Zi Xing wants to continue the family legacy as he continues to feed customers who keep returning for the array of handmade ngoh hiang selections. Pro tip: get the chilli sauce.
Old Chong Pang Wu Xiang is at 105 Yishun Ring Rd, Chong Pang Market & Food Centre, Singapore 760105.
Hup Kee has been around for almost a century as the hawker stall is now headed by the third generation. The brand still serves up the Hokkien-style ngoh hiang that is handmade and double-fried before serving. The pork liver roll is an interesting selection to pick up too if you're game to try something less common and unique. The bee hoon is popular too, great for those who need their carbs.
1 Kadayanallur St, #01-97 Maxwell Food Centre, Singapore 069184
844 Wu Xiang Prawn Cracker needs a little journey as you would need to walk or take a bus from either Tampines or Tampines West MRT. Once you're there though, order the ngoh hiang, prawn roll and prawn crackers and enjoy it with bee hoon and the chilli dipping sauce.
844 Wu Xiang Prawn Cracker is at 844 Tampines Street 82, Singapore 520844.
Be prepared as you might have to queue for a little to get your plate of deep-fried goodies from Jin Long. The bee hoon is a crowd-puller here as it stands in contrast against the hot fried fritters ranging from prawn crackers and sausages to tau kwa and prawn rolls.
Jin Long Wu Xiang Prawn Crackers is at 530 Ang Mo Kio Ave 10, Singapore 560530.