4 Ways To Get Your Mentaiko Fix During Heightened Measures
Like most Singaporeans, I love my mentaiko on top of anything. Anything Mentai? Yes, please!
For the curious, Mentaiko 明太子 is seasoned or brined cod roe or pollock egg, giving it that signature colour between coral and millennial pink. This savory addition to any dish creates an explosion of flavour that’s difficult to describe, it’s almost like a burst of happiness if you ask me. The result is an undeniably delicious taste that can be paired brilliantly with pretty much anything — fries, tamago, tofu, sushi, salmon, sandwich, nuggets, pasta.
With these heightened measures, I’ll be sharing 4 different ways where and how I’d like to satisfy my mentaiko fix, it’s a bit of a guilty pleasure I love to indulge in but trust, it’s worth it.
1. Mentaiko Udon (明太子うどん) From Torikin
Fun Fact: Do you know Mentaiko is originated from Fukuoka, Japan? One of Fukuoka’s most famous foods, mentaiko is marinated cod roe. The variety known as karashi mentaiko – or spicy mentaiko – is a speciality of Hakata. Torikin’s known for serving Kyushu cuisine which is a pretty rare find in Singapore.
Enjoy an authentic taste of Kyushu when you dine at Torikin — with their creamy mentaiko udon, give it a good stir with that pollock goodness — it’s one of my favorite comfort foods to indulge in!
For takeaway/pick-up: call 62190391 or WhatsApp +65 9186 8473
For islandwide delivery, order from oddle here!
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2. Mentaiko Fries & Pasta From The Refinery
The Refinery Singapore is a casual dining restaurant serving fusion-Japanese dishes, a mixology bar as well as a designer workspace located in Lavender! Recently renovated just in October 2020, the interiors are spacious and sport an industrial-bohemian chic look with high ceilings!
The mentaiko sauce is slightly torched on the surface, and when you enjoy it together with the crispy fries, you’ll get mouthfuls of creamy, smoky, savoury flavours.
For takeaway/pick-up: call 6293 1204 or WhatsApp here!
For islandwide delivery, order from their website here and they’re offering free delivery for orders above $80!
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3. Mama Mentai From Orient Ocean
With the influx of e-commerce grocers ever since circuit breaker last year, from arising home-bakers, to e-commerce grocers, Orient Ocean is a premium e-grocer store that prides to sell only good quality premium ingredients! One of their popular products, Mama Mentai has been a hit that I couldn’t resist but to give it a try! They even have a spicy option now.
Packed with generous roe, it’s creamy, rich, and a tinge of salt. I personally like to dip my wedges in these. Sinfully good.
They are having a sale now so do give these a go if you love your mentaiko sauce!
Where to get: https://www.orientocean.shop/products/mama-mentai — they are offering free delivery above $100!
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4. Tamagoyaki with Mentaiko Sauce From Sen-Ryo
Established in Japan in 1999, the restaurant has never strayed from its promise to deliver authentic Japanese cuisine, which is masterfully crafted by a team of shokunin (artisan chefs) from ingredients that are imported regularly from Tokyo‘s Toyosu Fish Market. If you haven’t heard yet — this newly opened restaurant has just landed right on the shores of Singapore on the 1st of April!
A house signature, the Singapore-exclusive Sen-ryo tamagoyaki with mentaiko sauce is perfect starter! Soft and pillowy to the bite, the addition of spicy mentaiko sauce balances the usual sweetness that comes with this classic Japanese egg roll. If you’re a Tamago + mentai lover, you’ll find yourself savoring every bit of this. What’s even better? the best and surprising part is - it’s only $2.80!
Enjoy premium food in the comfort of your homes with 10% off their entire takeaway menu till 13 June when takeaway from their restaurant! They are also doing islandwide delivery on grabfood!
For takeaway/pick-up: call 6974 6782 / 8938 6026.
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