Yew Tee Pasar Malam runs until 30 Dec 2023, offering an array of street food like Taiwanese Lu Rou Fan, Honey Glazed Chicken Chop, Jian Bing Pancake, and Sweet Potato Balls - all under $10 per serving with decent portions.
"Pasar Malam", referring to "Night Market" in Malay, is a common occurrence in Singapore, and the one at Yew Tee Square happening from 1st to 30th December 2023, is a bustling hub of flavours. (Here is a list of 2023 / 2024 Pasar Malams in Singapore.)
Street foods sold at these pasar stalls are typically under $10 per serving. It's not exactly cheap, but the portions are quite generous. One main dish is enough for a proper meal, but when you're surrounded by so many delicious food options, how could you resist trying another?
So, I visited the market several times, and this post is written after my multiple trips. I love Taiwanese Pork Braised Rice (Lu Rou Fan) so much that I ordered the same dish on three separate visits.
Stall #30 Pang Xiong Mei (Fat Brother & Sister) Classic Taiwanese Snacks: Lu Rou Fan 卤肉饭 - $5.50
I might be biased as I love Lu Rou Fan (check out my review of a hidden Taiwanese eatery in Queensway Shopping Centre), but I find the price tag justifiable, considering the substantial portion it comes with. This stands out, especially when compared to other Lu Rou Fans in the market, typically charging $7 or more, with some with even smaller portions. The braised pork gravy here is thick to my liking, and it comes with a scoop of pickled mustard greens to cut through the fattiness of the pork, as well as one whole braised hard-boiled egg. However, my cousin noted that the braised pork meat is a little tough, as she prefers it to achieve a melt-in-the-mouth level of tenderness.
It's best enjoyed when served warm, so immediately return to your place or find somewhere to eat it after purchase. My only complaint, as I usually have with dishes rich in gravy, is there isn't enough gravy to coat every single grain of rice, causing some rice to be bland towards the end of the meal.
Stall #30 Pang Xiong Mei (Fat Brother & Sister) Classic Taiwanese Snacks: Honey Glazed Chicken Chop - $5.50
In addition to main dishes like Lu Rou Fan and Oyster Mee Sua, Pang Xiong Mei stall also offers popular Taiwanese snacks such as the visually enticing honey glazed chicken chop. They would cut one large piece of chicken chop into smaller pieces before serving them in a paper bowl for you. To be honest, I thought it would be very crunchy, but I was wrong. Even though it is not as crunchy as fried chicken, the fried skin is not overly oily, which is great, and it is savoury with a hint of sweetness from the honey. Overall, it is quite tasty.
Stall #29 Haha Eggs & Pancake: Original Jian Bing 原味煎饼馃子 - $6.90
I've never had these Tianjin-styled jianbing/egg pancakes before, so I decided to give it a go with the original flavour. The original jian bing is an egg crepe filled with scallion, potato strips, crispy crackers, sesame, lettuce, and a secret sauce. Sadly, it was a tad bit bland for my liking, and I wished there was more sauce. However, it was quite filling, and the portion is sufficient for a quick lunch. Despite the mild flavour, I especially enjoyed the inclusion of crispy crackers in the pancake as it introduced an interesting texture along with the other ingredients.
Stall #16 Golden Sweet Potato Balls - $5 (for 10 pieces)
I'm so glad they sell sweet potato balls here, as I have always wanted to try them. Surprisingly chewier than expected, these warm, freshly fried delights burst with sweetness and flavor. However, the serving of 10 pieces can be a bit jelak, so it's probably better to share with someone. I tried to store them in a container for the next day, but the texture has become even softer, and the surface has become oilier, resulting in a less appetising snack. But I'm glad I finally had them, and I'm eager to get them again soon!
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