Discover the top 5 best halal Lontong Goreng in Singapore

Lontong goreng is a popular Malay dish made from lontong, which is a compressed rice cake, that is stir-fried with various ingredients such as vegetables, tofu, and meat. The dish is commonly enjoyed as a snack or side dish and is known for its savoury and slightly sweet flavour.

To make lontong goreng, the compressed rice cakes are cut into small pieces and then stir-fried in a wok or frying pan with a mixture of vegetables, such as carrots, cabbage, and beansprouts, along with pieces of tofu and meat such as chicken, beef, or shrimp. The dish is seasoned with various spices, such as garlic, shallots, and chilli paste, as well as sweet soy sauce or kicap manis, which gives the dish its distinct sweet flavour.

Lontong goreng is typically served hot and can be enjoyed on its own or as a side dish to accompany other Malay dishes. It is often garnished with fried shallots and chopped scallions for added flavour and texture.