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Where to eat the best claypot rice in Singapore

If you think it gets any better than fluffy and crispy burnt rice with umami-rich meats and sauces, think again

By  Ho Guo Xiong - 

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Cooking rice is an essential skill that runs in the blood and culture of any Asian. Claypot rice, however, takes that skill and elevates it as rice is cooked in a clay vessel usually atop a charcoal-fired flame while being topped with umami-rich ingredients such as marinated meat, Chinese sausage, salted fish and dark soy sauce. Oh, and did we mention the crispy charred rice at the base? Here are our recommendations for the best claypot rice you can find in Singapore.

Lian He Ben Ji Claypot Rice

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Chinatown has a smorgasbord of good food, with Chinatown Complex housing two claypot rice stalls. The first of them is Lian He Ben Ji, a family-run stall that has been in the business for over four decades with a Michelin Bib Gourmand accolade. Prices start at $5.

335 Smith St, #02-198/199 Chinatown Complex, Singapore 050335

132 Claypot Rice

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Old Airport Road Food Centre is another destination location for foodies. As such, get together with a group of friends and order multiple dishes while you wait for 132 Claypot Rice to cook your portion upon order.

51 Old Airport Rd, #01-132 Old Airport Road Food Centre, Singapore 390051

Geylang Claypot Rice

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Geylang Claypot Rice has been serving claypot rice for over 30 years now and has options for chicken, beef cubes, unagi and eight-head abalone claypot rice.

361/363/365 Beach Rd, Singapore 199576

Nan Xing Claypot Rice

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Located in Circuit Road Hawker Centre, which is adjacent to Mattar MRT, Nan Xing has been serving up claypot rice for over a decade. Besides the classic chicken option, Nan Xing also has options such as Luncheon Meat & Egg, Smoked Duck and Garlic Roasted Pork.

79 Circuit Rd, #01-11, Circuit Road Hawker Centre, Singapore 370079

Cantonese Claypot Rice (Guang Dong Sha Bao Fan)

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As the name implies, claypot rice is the star dish at Guang Dong Sha Bao Fan. The stall is helmed by Chef Wu, who formerly worked as a chef at the Marriott Hotel. Service is pretty fast here, and there are steamed rice and double-boiled soups as well.

38A Beo Cres, #01-66 Beo Crescent Market, Singapore 169982

Xiang Jiang Claypot Rice

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Here’s a claypot rice for you, Westies. Xiang Jiang is located within walking distance of Lakeside MRT. They have options between Ginger & Onion Chicken, Black Pepper Chicken, Chicken Sausage and Mixed flavour options.

498 Jurong West Street 41, Singapore 640498

New Lucky Claypot Rice

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New Lucky Claypot Rice is another stall that has been awarded the Michelin Bib Gourmand for its food. Located near Holland Village, New Lucky uses charcoal to cook its claypot rice, so do expect a longer wait.

44 Holland Dr, #02-19, Holland Drive Market & Food Center, Singapore 270044

This article was first published in The Singapore Women’s Weekly. 

Additional reporting by: Latisha Sonia Shaymentyran

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