The Famous Zhou – Porridge Stall by Chew Chor Meng & Zhou Chongqing!

F&B venture by Chew Chor Meng and Zhou Chongqing has just expanded – they recently opened a porridge stall at Ang Mo Kio and named it The Famous Zhou or ‘Zhou Chu Ming’ (粥出名). Familiar names such as ‘Sliced Fish Porridge’ and ‘Pig’s Organs Porridge’ cannot be found on The Famous Zhou’s menu. Instead, patrons will be greeted by funky names such as ‘Are You A Sotong Chok’, and ‘Mermaid Chok’.

The Century Egg and Slippery Meat Chok ($3.50) is probably my favourite of the four types of porridge that we tried. Don’t be fooled by its simple and plain appearance — it was very flavourful! The porridge was thickened to the right consistency, and possessed a velvety smooth texture. Every spoonful of porridge glided down our throats and delivered warmth and comfort. The pork slices were tender and pretty lean, which made me feel less guilty when eating it.

My second favourite at The Famous Zhou was the Nice Smell Coriander and Fish Slice Chok ($4). I love fish, so this was naturally a winner for me. A mix of Spanish mackerel, which is delicate and slightly sweet, and firm seabass is used. Fresh fish and smooth porridge, what a hearty and delicious bowl! I slurped up this bowl of porridge like a vacuum cleaner, no exaggeration here.

The A Smart Scholar Chok (pig’s organs porridge), which is priced at $4, was pretty average in my opinion. The only commendable part about this dish is the tender pig’s liver. However, the liver was a tad bloody.

The You Are So Beautiful Chok ($12.80) is a collagen porridge that contains an abalone, prawns, and a tablespoon of collagen powder. Ladies and gentlemen, who will like to pamper yourselves a little should definitely get this sweet and tasty porridge!

At The Famous Zhou, you may top up $0.80 for you tiao, $0.50 for an egg, and $2-$4 for other side dishes. We ordered Century Egg Tofu ($4), Fried Tofu with Garlic Seafood Sauce ($3), Braised Treasures ($3) and Fried Small Intestine ($4). I found the prices of the side dishes a little steep. Nonetheless, they were pleasantly delicious!

All in all, The Famous Zhou serves pretty great porridge. However, the porridge could be packed with just a little more ingredients. Be prepared to wait for quite a while if you head there during lunchtime, as it gets pretty crowded!

MissTamChiak.com made anonymous visits and paid its own meals at the stalls featured here.

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