RM11 dishes at hidden gem in residential space

I’ve at all times been interested by these time-tested eating places. What makes them endure and produce patrons again repeatedly? Tao Xiang Bak Kut Teh Fish Head Noodles is a type of locations that has caught my consideration for a while and now, I’ve lastly had the chance to provide it a attempt.

Including to its attract is the situation; tucked away in a nook lot inside an aged residential space on Jalan Tiong Nam, the eatery boasts a humble exterior. Its weathered signage, havung already endured for over half a century, additional contributes to its timeless attraction.

I arrived on the store because the clock neared midday, feeling the stuffiness brought on by the sweltering climate. Fortunately, it wasn’t overly crowded that day, permitting me to safe the best spot immediately beneath the fan.

What I attempted at Tao Xiang Bak Kut Teh Fish Head Noodles

My eating companion and I opted for a single serving of Fish Head Noodles (RM11), which turned out to be fairly substantial, simply serving two. Because it arrived, the soup emitted a mild effervescent with comfortable murmurs, perfuming the air with its delicate perfume. The pot overflowed with a bounty of components— fried fish, fish balls, yam cubes, salted greens, and tomatoes.

As per my routine, I indulged within the soup first. The broth exuded a strong fish essence, with a fragile creaminess lingering within the aftertaste from the milk, which was completely balanced and never overwhelming. Moreover, the tomatoes and salted greens complemented the soup with their light sourness, imparting depth to all the dish.

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Regardless of not being notably keen on fish, I felt compelled to provide it a attempt, contemplating its integral position within the dish and the rave evaluations on-line. As anticipated, the fried fish lived as much as its acclaim. It was flawlessly seasoned with fragrant spices and fried to perfection. Absorbing among the flavourful broth, the fish gained an additional layer of richness.

Whereas serving myself, I got here throughout a generously sized yam dice within the soup. Nevertheless, it lacked the right tenderness to soften in your mouth. For my part, it could have been higher if it had been cooked for an extended interval.

Though the fish balls weren’t handmade, they didn’t possess the overly springy texture usually present in factory-made varieties. As an alternative, they achieved simply the proper degree of bounce.

As somebody who loves carbs, I discovered the portion of noodles to be a bit on the small aspect. Nonetheless, I nonetheless discovered them pleasurable. The noodles had been cooked to perfection, absorbing the wealthy broth completely and imparting a fragile aroma.

Last ideas

In abstract, every ingredient within the dish performed its position completely, with none dominating or overshadowing the others. It was a totally pleasurable expertise, particularly when served piping scorching. We actually completed all the claypot of fish head noodles, not leaving a single drop of soup behind.

Do word that parking area is proscribed because the restaurant is located in a residential space. Nevertheless, it’s conveniently near the PWTC LRT station, solely a quick 5-minute stroll away.

Anticipated injury: RM11 – RM15 per pax

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