Nam Sing Hokkien Fried Mee

Had high expectations because of the hype and history behind this Hokkien Mee brand. Waited 40 minutes but was left disappointed. Ingredients are fresh but other than that everything was just average. No wok hey… taste like home cook steamed noodles. Ordered $8 but the portion is like a $4 plate

Nan Xing Hokkien Prawn Mee: A Childhood Classic, A Dry-Style Delight (No Lard, No Sambal Belacan, Just Pure Flavour!) Nan Xing Hokkien Prawn Mee at Old Kallang Airport Hawker holds a special place in my culinary memory, a taste of my childhood that has endured through the years. It’s a stall that elicits strong opinions – you either love it, or you don’t. And for me, it’s a love affair that continues to this day. What sets Nan Xing apart is its distinct approach to Hokkien Prawn Mee. This isn't your typical, soupy, laden-with-lard version. This is the dry-style, a purist's rendition, where the focus is on the inherent sweetness of the prawns and the savoury depth of the stock. And, crucially, there’s no lard and no sambal belacan to distract from the core flavours. The result? A plate of Hokkien Prawn Mee that’s a revelation in simplicity. The noodles, a mix of yellow noodles and bee hoon, are cooked to perfection, absorbing the rich, prawn-infused stock. The prawns themselves are fresh and succulent, their sweetness shining through. The slices of lean pork add a savoury counterpoint, while the leafy greens provide a refreshing crunch. The magic lies in the wok hei, the smoky char that permeates every strand of noodle. It’s a testament to the chef’s skill, a mastery of heat and time. This is Hokkien Prawn Mee in its most elemental form, a dish that celebrates the natural sweetness of seafood and the umami of a well-made stock. For those accustomed to the more robust, lard-laden versions, Nan Xing might seem like an acquired taste. But for those who appreciate the subtle nuances of flavour, the clean, uncluttered profile, it’s a revelation. This is Hokkien Prawn Mee stripped down to its essence, a dish that proves that simplicity can be sublime. It's a nostalgic experience, a return to the flavours of my childhood, and a reminder that sometimes, less is more. Nan Xing Hokkien Prawn Mee is a testament to the enduring appeal of traditional hawker fare, a dish that’s both comforting and satisfying. If you’re looking for a Hokkien Prawn Mee that’s different, a dish that celebrates the purity of flavour, Nan Xing is a must-try. Be prepared for a unique experience, a taste of tradition that’s both familiar and refreshingly distinct. Highly Recommended!

Another MBG pick, but again not my cup of HKM Again piqued by the MBG, decided to give this a try. HKM is one of those dishes that splits opinions like the ends of a see saw. For this I was on the end that screams "Ok lah". This version is drier, and comes without noticable pork belly and sambal. Instead there're big prawns split in half, and red chilli and lime. The broth was lacking in umami and savoriness. No pork lard to speak of or sambal to lift the dish up a notch. The sliced red chilli just didn't do it for me. And... No hint of work hei at all. But I guess there are some who are at the other end of the see saw with the label "I like!" Decent... But not something I would wait 45 mins for.

Yes one of the few amazing ones - super dry without pork lard and sambar belacan. Maybe its healthier? The first few mouths were refreshing but......8 bucks for medium which is what I had and it comes with 4 half prawns. The smaller size is 5 bucks but needing to queue 45 mins, who would go for less?? The taste is pretty good, soft and flavourful but....I am a local. I need chilli!

After reading some positive reviews, I had the chance to check out the Hokkien Mee on 22 August 2025. I placed my order during the offpeak period at 3.40pm. I was advised that the wait for my food would be 20 minutes. After waiting about 21 minutes or so, I received my plate of noodles. What was surprising was that the noodles came without the usual chili sambal but instead it came with cut red chillies in soy sauce. The noodles were pretty decent in taste but nothing special really. The $5 portion was rather small. There was also no pork belly or fried pork lard in the noodles, which would have made it more tasteful. Would I queue up again for a plate? Probably not as there are much better Hokkien Mee options elsewhere in the island.