Who does not love a warm bowl of wanton mee or some indulgent nasi goreng? These Asian comfort foods are our equivalent of western comfort foods like Carbonara pasta and baked rice. But some coffee shop fare can be unhealthy, and if you get guilt trips enjoying them, why not try cooking your own versions at home? You can adjust the ingredients used accordingly to make them healthier, plus you can enjoy them in the comfort of your own home! Here are some of our favourite recipes to try.
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This favourite is usually ordered to share at Chinese restaurants and coffee shop zi char stores, but the dish can also be commonly found in many “cai fan” (economy rice) stalls. It is best enjoyed with fragrant jasmine rice.
It’s always a healthier option to order soup-based dishes at coffee shops and hawker centres, and a bowl of shredded chicken noodles with its light soup and veggies is one of the favourite choices. Our Clear Chicken Noodle Soup here is comfort food at its best!
Another comforting Asian dish that can be ordered in many Malay food stalls, this indulgent Nasi Goreng recipe has chicken, prawns, crisp fresh vegetables, a tasty sauce and a delicious fried egg – enough to satisfy anyone!
Chef-Owner of Le Binchotan, Jeremmy Chiam puts a European twist on this classic local favourite. This Hokkien Mee uses French-style prawn bisque as its base.
Another coffee shop staple you can find in zi char stalls and some “cai fan” (economy rice) stalls, this fried rice with lup cheong and shiitake mushrooms is quick, easy and hearty enough for either lunch or dinner. Simply skip the sausages if you want a vegetarian version.
One of our local favourites you can find in coffee shops, our version of the very comforting bak kut teh uses a whole spring chicken instead of pork ribs.
It’s harder to find satay at coffee shops or hawker centres now, so the next time you’re firing up the barbeque, throw on some of these delicious mixed satays!
This Asian comfort food staple can be found in many coffee shops around Singapore. Although a little laborious to make, our wanton mee is worth it when you want the authentic flavours without the usual oil and grease.
Another indulgent Asian comfort food that is found in many coffee shops, it’s also one of the more unhealthy dishes as it’s high in calories and fat. Use our recipe and tweak the amount of oil and soya sauce used so you can whip up your own delicious but healthier char kway teow at home!
The famous Singapore laksa is a favourite of many and that’s why this comforting dish is available in many coffee shops. Follow our fool-proof laksa recipe and you’ll be able to satisfy your craving anytime.
Making mee siam can be tedious, but the effort put in will definitely be worth it when you see the whole family enjoy the meal together. This recipe utilises a flavourful gravy that your family will enjoy.
Damian D’Silva, Executive Chef at Folklore combined Chinese, Malay and Indian, as well as, Eurasian flavours to create this Singapore Chicken Curry dish.