When you want to eat a little bit of this and a little bit of that, the easy food to order when you are out is economy rice.
One of the most common coffee shop food options, “cai fan” (economy rice), is also known to be the most convenient, affordable and easy Asian comfort food meals to enjoy.
Not only does it give many dish options, you can also pick healthier options, as compared to other more indulgent local food like char kway teow, laksa or chicken rice. Here are some of our favourite recipes of “cai fan” staple dishes, so you can cook them at home for your family.