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Zhup Zhup

Cultural Context

Zhup Zhup is a beloved dish in Singapore, often enjoyed in family gatherings and community meals. It showcases the multicultural influences of the region, blending Chinese, Malay, and Indian flavors into a rich, comforting stew. This dish is not only a staple in local homes but has also gained popularity in restaurants, with various adaptations to suit diverse palates.

SingaporeanSGmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb prawns
to taste prawn shells
2 lbs pork bones
2 tablespoons spices
8 oz soup noodles
8 oz dry noodles
2 cups rice
1 lb shrimps
1 lb pork
4 cups leafy greens
8 oz mushrooms
1 lb clams
1 lb lobster
1 lb char siew (barbecued pork)
8 oz wonton wrappers
2 medium potatoes
8 oz fish cake
8 oz Bee Hoon (rice vermicelli)
8 oz thick Mee Hoon
8 oz thin Mee Hoon
8 oz yellow noodles
2 tablespoons vinegar
2 tablespoons chili
4 oz lard

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey provides a leaner option while chicken thighs are more economical.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: coconut aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while coconut aminos are lower in sodium.

fish

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Canned tuna is a cost-effective alternative to fresh fish.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil offers health benefits while vegetable oil is budget-friendly.

1

Prepare the broth by simmering prawn shells and pork bones with spices for several hours to develop a deep umami flavor.

2

Cook the soup noodles or dry noodles as per preference.

3

For the Paofan, use a clay pot to combine rice with a flavorful broth and add shrimps, pork, leafy greens, mushrooms, clams, and other seafood.

4

For Lobster Paofan, use a whole lobster in the clay pot and simmer it with aromatics to infuse the soup with rich flavors.

5

Fry shredded pork fat until crispy to use as a topping for noodles.

6

Prepare wontons by filling delicate wrappers with a generous piece of shrimp and sealing them carefully.

7

Cook the wontons and serve them in a clear broth alongside the noodles.

8

Prepare curry puffs by filling pastry pockets with savory fillings like chicken, potato, and sardine, then deep-fry until crispy.

9

For Bak Kut Teh, prepare a clear and peppery broth with tender pork ribs and refill the broth as needed during service.

10

For curry chicken noodles, cook chicken pieces in a rich curry broth and serve with Bee Hoon or a mix of noodles.

Cooking Techniques

marinatingsimmeringgarnishing

Equipment Needed

large potcutting boardknifemeasuring spoonsserving bowls

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

soyfish

Also Known As

Zup ZupZhu Zhu

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