Singaporeans are serious about their food. One of the cleanest nations on Earth, Singapore is well-known across the globe for its street food scene. Singapore is heaven on Earth for those who fervently adhere to the maxim “I live to eat.” This culinary paradise offers everything from locally owned hawker centers that serve some of the most delicious food to the best restaurants.

Indian, Malaysian, and Chinese cuisines greatly influence Singaporean cuisine. Singapore offers a variety of Indian foods because the island nation is home to a large Indian population. In this article, Ang Chong Yi explains a few mouthwatering Indian street snacks you should eat if you’re heading to Singapore. Also, read Ang Chong Yi Singapore — Plant-based meat: Next-gen food if you want to learn about veganism from him.

Best Singapore foods that came from India:

Indian Rojak

Indian Rojak is primarily a salad exclusive to Singapore and not available in India; yet, due to the sauce or gravy drizzled over the dish, it is classified as Indian cuisine. The gravy contains nuts, chili paste, and Indian spices. The salad contains all the wonderful and healthful ingredients — potatoes, tofu, eggplants, onions, etc. — and is readily available practically anywhere in Singapore.

Murtabak

In Singapore, this is a well-liked local Indian dish. It is referred to as “Kothu Paratha” in India and is a typical paratha with an egg and minced meat filling. Although murtabak is usually hot, you can ask the vendor to align it to your preferred heat level. The meal is often served with raw onions and mint chutney on the side. The best feature is that this tasty roadside snack is healthful and can keep you full for a long time.

Fish biriyani

Probably the most well-known Indian dish outside of India is biryani. In Singapore, biryani has transformed from its traditional Indian chicken or goat meat preparation. Locals in Singapore have a great affinity for fish, and when paired with the diverse range of masalas used to make biryani, the result is a match made in heaven. No one can resist the perfectly cooked fish, fragrant rice, and grounded spices.

Masala Dose

Singaporeans and Indians alike adore doses. Originally from south India, this dish is now a favorite street cuisine in Singapore. Every morning, locals and Indian residents of Singapore swarm the dose stalls along different dining streets to sample this delectable Indian dish.

Thanks to a delightful dollop of masala — a mixture of mashed potatoes, onions, chilies, coriander, and various aromatic spices — the dose is thin, crispy, and satisfying. It is presented with a side dish of coconut chutney and sambhar.

Aloo Paratha

Indian cuisine in Singapore encompasses various cuisines, including the traditional Punjabi dish Aloo Paratha. Although it is typically eaten for breakfast, you can have it at any time of day. This is just your typical paratha, but there is masala within instead of mashed potatoes and spices. Aloo paratha is usually served hot in a Punjabi family, along with a big serving of yogurt and ghee. In Singapore, butter is sold at roadside vendors instead of ghee and tastes just as nice.

Final thoughts

Hopefully, you enjoyed Anh Chong Yi’s suggestions. Read Ang Chong Yi: Exploring the Health Benefits of an Indian Diet — A Guide to Must-Try Vegan Dishes if you want to know about vegan dishes.