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Best Snacks in Singapore and Where to Buy Them
It’s no secret that a trip to Singapore guarantees a great culinary adventure. However, beyond the plethora of local offerings in hawker centers and restaurants, there’s an enticing world of snacks that awaits exploration.
Together, let’s delve into the local snack options available for a different kind of culinary adventure you won’t want to miss out on.
We’ve compiled a list of the locals’ favorite snacks, why they’re well-loved, and where to buy them.
1. Ooh’s Mala Cassava Chips
Website: https://sg.ooh.global/product/mala-cassava-chips/
There are a lot of Singaporeans who are fans of spicy flavors, including us! It comes in many different forms like noodles, fried chicken, hot pot, and of course, chips!
Ooh’s Mala Cassava Chips might just be one of the front runners when it comes to savory munchies with a kick. What contributes to the fiery taste are various spices like peppercorns, fennel, ginger, and dried chili.
It will surely make you say “Ooh!”.
They also have a ghost pepper flavor for those who can take a higher level of spice. Gather the whole gang and consider it a challenge to see who can eat the most!
On the other hand, if you’re not a fan of spicy chips, but enjoy thin yet crispy bites, Ooh also has several other notable flavors such as black summer truffle and the gentle spice.
You can purchase their cassava chips on their website, Lazada, Shopee, or at a supermarket near you.
2. F.EAST’s Hainanese Chicken Rice Potato Chips
Website: https://www.flavoursoftheeast.com
Did you know that Singapore’s famous Hainanese chicken rice is also available in a potato chip flavor?
Thanks to the local snack brand F.EAST, Singaporeans and visitors alike will be able to enjoy this popular flavor as a complement to their movie marathon or afternoon snack.
It’s a delicious and unique interpretation of the classic potato chip, earning the hearts of many snack lovers looking for something more exciting.
F.EAST also has an assortment of other flavors, using locally renowned tastes like Singapore laksa, beef rendang, and egg prata with fish curry.
You can easily buy F.EAST’s flavors at supermarkets like Cold Storage and FairPrice. Otherwise, you can always check out Lazada and Shopee.
3. Foodcrumz Potato Curry Puff
Website: https://foodcrumz.com/
Ever wanted a snack that feels a bit more like “real food”? Try out Foodcrumz’s potato curry puff, a sensational choice for those looking for something easy to enjoy on the go.
Just heat these babies up and you’ll be able to enjoy them in their full, crispy glory. You can fry them for 2 to 3 minutes or put them in the air fryer or oven for 10 to 15 minutes at 200°C.
See – it’s that easy!
Foodcrumz also has other products which you can easily snack on such as churros, mini donuts, potato samosa, and many more.
You can purchase all their offerings on their website with ease.
4. Uncle Saba’s Poppadoms
Website: https://www.unclesabas.com
Uncle Saba’s Poppadoms is also a popular snack among locals.
Packaged in a tubular can akin to Pringles, this addicting snack comes in a variety of flavors such as original, tomato, and sour cream & onion.
It’s an unbeatable choice if you’re looking for classic flavors, making it perfect for almost every palate.
But of course, this is Singapore, so you can also expect unique and adventurous flavors like Singapore chili crab, hot & spicy mala, and Thai tom yum seafood.
You can easily buy these delightful concoctions on their website. Aside from Singapore, these tasty treats are also available in Australia, Hong Kong, Japan, South Africa, and many more!
5. Irvins Salted Egg Fish Skin
Website: https://eatirvins.sg
We don’t know about you, but a lot of Singaporeans are obsessed with salted egg flavors. We’re not sure if it’s the creaminess or umami-rich nature or both, but whatever it is, our staff members here can all agree that it’s indeed irresistible.
Fortunately, Irvin’s, a local snack brand, made it easy for the locals to feed on their addiction. Enter the salted egg fish skin, an indulgent and addicting treat that we love for its punchy flavors and crunchy bite.
And in case you’re wondering, yes, it tastes a lot like salted egg, for sure!
Other flavor choices include jalapeno cheese salmon skin, truffle potato chips, and black pepper salmon skin.
Oh, and did we mention they also have a collaboration with Nissin? These noodle packets come in mala salted egg, salted egg, and spicy salted egg.
6. Fupi’s Beancurd Skin Crisps
Website: https://www.fupi.co
Have you ever eaten at a hot pot and found yourself unable to resist munching on their beancurd skin? We think we’ve all had this problem once or twice (or all the time).
Fortunately, Fupi comes to the rescue by making sure we can enjoy this snack anytime, anywhere, thanks to their beancurd skin crisps.
We love its crunchiness and its perfect size, as if tailor-made for snacking.
The best part is that you can choose from a variety of flavors, ensuring that you can satisfy your craving according to your palate. This includes Sichuan mala beancurd skin and hot pot tomato beancurd skin.
Be forewarned: these are just as addicting as the ones you eat at hot pots, if not more!
They also have beancurd skin sticks, which have a similar texture but are smaller in size. Another difference is the flavor availability, as this only comes in seaweed wasabi and green curry.
If you want to see what the fuss is about, you can cave into your cravings and easily purchase these on their website.
