Strangely similar to Din Tai Fung’s egg fried rice, King of Fried Rice’s egg fried rice seems to be growing in popularity with their own variation.
Using short grain rice, every grain was separate and not clumpy, had a subtle effusive wok hei fragrance. Rice wasn’t too oily nor dry, with chunky eggs scattered all around and not coating the grains. Doneness of rice was leaning more towards chewy than fluffy, which guarantees every mouthful a springy bite. And the amount of rice was definitely generous and satisfying.
Pork chop or pork cutlet as what King of Fried Rice name theirs, was tenderlicious and huge. On our first bite, we thought it was way too soft. However, as we worked our way towards its entirety, it grew on us and thought it was quite acceptable. Taste was intense yet mellow, with an indescribable distinct taste. We were guessing it to be hua tiao wine that was used to marinate the pork cutlet. But as usual, lets not over guess and enjoy the marvelous food. ^^
Their chili, strangely similar to Din Tai Fung, but surprisingly delightful and spicy. It was based on mala spices, probably with Sichuan peppercorn and chili pepper. Tons and tons of crispy charred spicy bits soaked in chili oil. Mixed that into their springy fried rice and it became a intricate gastronomic treat.
Each egg fried rice with pork cutlet is at $6.50, similar to their shrimp version, and $4 for a plain egg fried rice. They do have other variants of fried rice like X.O fried rice, tom yum fried rice and mala fried rice.
At such pricing, quality and quantity, King of Fried Rice certainly offers great value and worth for their fried rice. Looking at the rate of their expansion, it definitely justifies their success.
Opening Hours
Daily 11am – 9:30pm
Location
407 Ang Mo Kio Ave 10, #01-733, Singapore 560407
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