实惠园, Shi Hui Yuan Hor Fun Speciality

Mushroom with Chicken Drumstick ($4)

Years before Shi Hui Yuan got listed on the Michelin Bib Gourmand for 2016, we used to come by their stall (#02-33) at the Mei Ling Market, but always at the wrong timing - after 2pm, or on Monday to Wednesday which happened to be their off days. Now that the initial vibes of Michelin endorsement have died off, we didn't have to fight the queue. Still, their signature braised chicken feet are sold out.

Without a queue in sight, we were certainly doubtful.

But was immediately regretful of our small serving when we tasted the luscious gravy of the rice noodle. We certainly came across very few, who could achieve an essence of flavors, with such light seasoning! We like it. Without a gripe for the tender chicken drumstick, the well soften and thick Chinese mushrooms are examplary!

Now we are really looking forward to tasting their signature braised chicken feet with mushrooms. This stall is another 'old flavor' found, a gem.

靓汤圆, Stewed Soup/ Steamed Rice

Steamed Pork Ribs w/ Black Fungus ($6), Rice ($0.50)

Herbal Black Chicken Soup ($4.50)

Do you believe in the rejuvenating effect of herbal soup? We do. And i have been quite into herbal black chicken soup lately. I have never tasted one. So mum tells me that genuine 'black chicken' is not only black on its skin, even its bones are darken. Wow, i have to see to believe. 

This herbal soup stall in the Sims Vista Market and Food Centre draws in many office workers during the lunch hour. That got our attention. The popular dishes being the steamed soup, steamed rice, and even a whole steamed fish.

And we finally get to sample some fresh, genuine black chicken in a strong herbal broth. The steamed pork ribs, however, comes with unyielding veins/fat. So just stick to their steamed fish and soup, and you'll be good.

Stall no. #01-03

美香, Mei Xiang Goreng Pisang

Banana Fritters & Assortment ($1 each)

It's been many good years. And we still round up our meal at the Changi Village Food Centre with goreng pisang from Mei Xiang (#01-51). Their banana fritters are thinly coated with crumbly skin, and melting sweet within. For lesser sweetness, go for their fried sweet potatoes, which are delightfully fluffy!

For Sunday only, which is today, they will have their special of pumpkin + yam fritters and the yam + sweet potato! Buy it.

The Hakka Stall

Yong Tau Fu Bee Hoon, dry ($3.50, minimum order of 5 pieces at $3)

Read a friend rejoicing on Facebook when her favourite Yong Tau Fu stall (#01-25), reopens at the newly renovated Ghim Moh Market and Food Centre. Makes me want to try it.

I say it's homely taste that draws the many customers. When you grew tired of eating out daily, such out-of-factory stuffs are striking to the taste buds. Do come in early for lunch, as most their pieces got sold out fast. Today, i wasn't left with much selections too.

Oh. And their chili is good.

Orange Clove Catering

Main Buffet Table, with Live Cooking Stations.

The speakers today are good. But the buffet lunch for the seminar is even better. Here's some pictures for your consideration to making the Orange Clove, your caterer this year.

The ones with asteriks* are our personal favourites.

MAIN MENU

Pumpkin Pilaf with Raisin

Spaghetti Aglio Olio with Mushroom*

Pan Fried Gyoza

Baked Scallop on Shell with Fresh Herb and Cheese*

Roasted Marble Potato with Herbs*

Stir-Fry Wasabi Prawn with Fruit Salad

Louisana Chicken with Mushroom Ragu*

Blackened Snapper with Caper Butter Sauce*

Sauteed Broccoli with Almond Flakes (Vegetarian)

Assorted French Pastries

Honeydew Sago with Watermelon*

LIVE STATIONS

Peking Duck Rolls*

Chili Crab Buns

Singapore Laksa*

Peking Duck Roll*

Chili Crab Buns

Singapore Laksa*

Pan Fried Gyoza; Roasted Marble Potato with Herbs*.

Blackened Snapper with Caper Butter Sauce*

 Baked Scallop on Shell with Fresh Herb and Cheese*

 Louisana Chicken with Mushroom Ragu*; Stir-Fry Wasabi Prawn with Fruit Salad

Pan Fried Gyoza

Pumpkin Pilaf with Raisin; Spaghetti Aglio Olio with Mushroom*; Sauteed Broccoli with Almond Flakes

Assorted French Pastries

Pan-Fried Chives Dumping (韭菜水煎饺)

INGREDIENTS:
3 tbsp Dried Shrimps, soaked and finely chopped
300g Chives, thoroughly washed and cleaned, then cut into bite pieces
20 pieces Dumpling Wrappers, round shaped (bought from the market)
1 tbsp Oil
150ml Water

SEASONING:
1/4 tsp Salt
1 tbsp Oyster Sauce
3 dashes of White Pepper

DIPPING SAUCE:
Chinese black vinegar + fresh Ginger, peeled and cut into fine strips.

Wrapping the Dumpling.

STEPS:
1. Heat oil. Stir-fry dried prawns well. Remove from heat, let cool before adding in chives, and all seasoning. Mix well.

Coating sides of wrapper with corn flour mixture.

2. Prepare cornstarch (corn flour with water, as in picture above). Coat the sides of wrappers with corn starch mixture, making it into the shape of a dumpling.

Wrapped Dumplings.

3. Heat oil. Pan-fry dumplings over mid fire. Cover the pan with a lid.

Golden brown bottoms.

4. Fry the dumplings until golden brown and crisp. Prepare diluted cornstarch with 150ml water.

5. Pour in cornstarch, cover immediately and cook until the water dries up. Maintain mid-low fire.

6. Dish up. Serve upside down, with vinegar dipping sauce. Easy.