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May 2025
Bak Chang Bliss: 15 Must-try Savoury Rice Dumplings for Dragon Boat Festival 2025
The time-honoured Dragon Boat Festival or 端午节 (duān wǔ jié) falls on 31 May this year. That’s right, it’s once again time to indulge in glutinous rice dumplings a.k.a. 粽子 (zòng zǐ) a.k.a. bak chang! If you find the delectable parcels of sticky rice hiding delicacies under their leafy garb as irresistible as we do, then you’ve come to the right place.
This season, our bak chang wrap-up is focusing on all the new and must-try savoury varieties, both traditional and innovative. They range in price from what’s affordable for us regular folk to the crazy rich Asians out there, so there’s a bak chang for everyone!
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1. Nyonya Pork Dumplings – Dian Xiao Er
For a taste of tradition, you can’t go wrong with Dian Xiao Er’s Nyonya Pork Dumplings. It incorporates a special spice blend that imparts an irresistible fragrance to the pork belly and glutinous rice. There’s also a Buy 4 Free 1 bundle deal, which comes in an adorable complimentary gift box. You can mix and match with the Traditional Salty Pork Dumpling if you wish, making it perfect for sharing.
$8.10 per piece. Available till 31 May 2025 at Dian Xiao Er outlets or shop online
2. Yunnan Wild Mushroom and Fish Maw Dumpling – Feng Shui Inn
This new Yunnan Wild Mushroom and Fish Maw Dumpling showcases rare wild mushrooms, hand-selected from the mountains of Yunnan. The porcini and sarcodon imbricatus mushrooms complement fish maw, dried abalone and scallops, and salted meat. Encased in premium pearl glutinous rice, the delicacy is part of an exclusive bundle, which includes Feng Shui Inn’s Signature XO Sauce and Sweet Tangerine Sauce.
$128 per set of 6 pieces. Available till 31 May 2025 at Feng Shui Inn at Equarius Hotel, Resorts World Sentosa or shop online
3. Salted Fish and Preserved Meat Rice Dumpling – Hai Tien Lo
Savour the spirit of the Dragon Boat Festival with Hai Tien Lo, as the acclaimed Cantonese restaurant presents a delectable array of traditional rice dumplings. This year, don’t miss the exciting Salted Fish and Preserved Meat Rice Dumpling. The bold new creation sees premium glutinous rice brimming with the rich, savoury essence of salted fish. Other ingredients include preserved meat, succulent Spanish pork, and crunchy peanuts.
$24 per piece. Available till 31 May 2025 at Pacific Emporium at Pan Pacific Singapore or shop online (up to 25% off till 11 May; up to 15% off thereafter)
4. Chicken Satay Rice Dumpling – Jade Restaurant
Commemorating SG60, Jade proudly presents a special selection by Chinese executive chef Leong Chee Yeng. Inspired by Singapore’s vibrant hawker culture, the innovative Chicken Satay Rice Dumpling joins cherished Jade signatures. This new delight encapsulates the smoky, savoury-sweet essence of satay with tender chicken, mushrooms, peanuts, and a house-made satay sauce. Also available as part of gift hampers.
$22 per piece. Available 10 to 31 May 2025 at The Fullerton Cake Boutique at The Fullerton Hotel Singapore or shop online (20% off till 31 May)
5. Emperor’s Rice Dumpling – Joo Chiat Kim Choo
Experience the authentic taste of old Singapore with Joo Chiat Kim Choo’s time-honoured recipes crafted with top-quality ingredients. Indulge in the Emperor’s Rice Dumpling, a luxurious pyramid of fragrant glutinous rice enveloping premium braised pork belly, dried scallops, Chinese sausage, and salted egg yolk. Ginkgo nuts, chestnut, and shiitake mushroom add earthy flavours and nutty textures in every mouthful.
$25.80 per piece. Available till 1 June 2025 at Joo Chiat Kim Choo’s flagship at 77 Circuit Road, pop-up stalls islandwide, or shop online
6. Kimchi Rice Dumpling with Kurobuta Cured Meat and Mushroom – Man Fu Yuan
Man Fu Yuan’s selection of seven artisanal bak chang includes two novel flavours plus two special gift sets. The year’s headliner is the Kimchi Rice Dumpling with Kurobuta Cured Meat and Mushroom. This fresh take features the tangy zest of aged kimchi, perfectly balanced with tender Kurobuta cured meat and earthy mushrooms. It’s a unique experience that cleverly introduces younger diners to the festival delicacy.
$23.80 per piece. Available till 31 May 2025 at Man Fu Yuan at InterContinental Singapore or shop online (10% off till 31 May)
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7. Dried Oyster & Pork Rice Dumpling – Min Jiang & Min Jiang at Dempsey
Goodwood Park Hotel showcases an array of handcrafted glutinous rice dumplings wrapped in fragrant bamboo leaves. Discover a blend of creative and nostalgic varieties, including the new Dried Oyster & Pork Rice Dumpling. This umami-rich parcel features oysters, savoury pork belly, chestnuts, and Chinese mushrooms. The addition of yam further provides a soft, starchy contrast to the salted egg yolk and chewy glutinous rice.
$32 per set of 2 pieces. Available till 31 May 2025 at both restaurants & The Deli, Goodwood Park Hotel or shop online (10% off till 29 May)
8. Roasted Iberico Pork with XO Sauce Rice Dumpling – Paradise Group
This new Roasted Iberico Pork with XO Sauce Rice Dumpling is a modern take on classic flavours. It features succulent Iberico pork belly, slow-roasted for that melt-in-the-mouth texture. Complete with premium dried shrimp, conpoy, and umami XO sauce, each bite delivers savoury depth and rich flavour. Exclusively available as part of Paradise Group’s 5-piece assorted bak chang gift set (top image).
$72.80 per set. Available till 30 May 2025 at selected Paradise Group restaurants (10% off individual dumplings)
9. Traditional Abalone, Preserved Vegetables, and Pork Belly Rice Dumpling – Peach Blossoms
New this year from Peach Blossoms is the Traditional Abalone, Preserved Vegetables and Pork Belly Rice Dumpling. Wrapped in fragrant bamboo leaves and packed with premium ingredients, it delivers a rich and savoury flavour profile. Each hefty parcel contains abalone, slow-braised Kurobuta pork belly, shiitake mushroom, and chestnut, while in-house preserved vegetables enhance each bite.
$38.80 per piece. Available till 31 May 2025 at Peach Blossoms at PARKROYAL COLLECTION Marina Bay Singapore or shop online (20% off till 11 May; 15% off thereafter)
10. Red Fermented Bean Curd Pork Belly and Peanut Rice Dumpling – Shang Palace
Inspired by cherished childhood memories of hearty red fermented bean curd dishes, Shang Palace’s chef Daniel Cheung presents the Red Fermented Bean Curd Pork Belly and Peanut Rice Dumpling. This new artisanal creation pairs red fermented bean curd with tender pork belly to deepen its complexity. The addition of peanuts, mung beans, and black-eyed peas result in a harmonious balance of flavours and textures.
$29.90 per piece. Available till 31 May 2025 at Dragon Boat Festival Booth at Shangri-La Singapore’s Tower Wing lobby or shop online (up to 15% off till 17 May)
11. Nonya Braised Pork Blue Pea Rice Dumpling – Soup Restaurant
Soup Restaurant introduces a trio of handmade rice dumplings for the first time this Dragon Boat Festival. A feast for the eyes and the palate, the Nonya Braised Pork Blue Pea Rice Dumpling features glutinous rice infused with the striking blue hue of butterfly pea flower. Inside, you’ll find flavourful braised pork wrapped in every bite. Purchase five savoury rice dumplings to receive a free gift basket too.
$10.90 per piece. Available till 31 May 2025 at Soup Restaurant outlets or shop online (10% off minimum $20 purchase)
12. Teochew Double Delight Bak Chang – Thye Moh Chan
Since receiving the National Heritage Board’s Steward of Intangible Cultural Heritage Award in April, Thye Moh Chan is doubling down on its efforts to evolve while staying true to tradition. And the proof is in the pudding, or in this case, the Teochew Double Delight Bak Chang. Striking the perfect balance of sweet and savoury, it pairs pork belly, shiitake mushrooms, and chestnuts with house-made sweet mung bean paste.
$7.50 per piece. Available till 31 May 2025 at Thye Moh Chan stores, selected BreadTalk & Toast Box outlets, or shop online (discounted bundles available)
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13. Dried Oyster and Conpoy Dumpling – Wah Lok Cantonese Restaurant
Making its debut this year at the award-winning Wah Lok Cantonese Restaurant is the Dried Oyster and Conpoy Dumpling. Embodying the artistry of Cantonese cuisine and time-honoured festival traditions, dried oyster and Japanese conpoy co-star with premium glutinous rice. Supporting talents of succulent smoked duck, earthy chestnuts, and crunchy lotus seeds balance the umami with a subtle sweetness.
$28.80 per piece. Available till 31 May 2025 at Wah Lok Cantonese Restaurant at Carlton Hotel Singapore or shop online ($10 off delivery for orders from $100)
14. Pork Trotter and Peanut with Szechuan Green Peppercorn Rice Dumpling – Wan Hao Chinese Restaurant
Pork trotter is first slow-braised with Chinese herbs, before resting overnight in green peppercorn sauce. This infuses it with a numbing, fiery kick that complements fragrant glutinous rice and other ingredients like peanut and black fungus. Wan Hao Chinese Restaurant’s new Pork Trotter and Peanut with Szechuan Green Peppercorn Rice Dumpling will undoubtedly be a hit with mala fans.
$25 per piece. Available from 12 to 31 May 2025 at Wan Hao Chinese Restaurant at Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel or shop online (25% off till 11 May; 15% off thereafter)
15. Signature Home-made Traditional Rice Dumpling – Xin Cuisine Chinese Restaurant
Want to please the traditionalists in the family? Then go straight to the heart with the Signature Home-made Traditional Rice Dumpling from Xin Cuisine Chinese Restaurant. The perennial bestseller boasts premium rice grains steamed with five-spice braised pork belly, salted egg yolk, mushroom, and dried shrimp. Weighing 380 g, this delectable creation is ideal for sharing and also available in a variety of bundles.
$19.80 per piece. Available till 31 May 2025 at Xin Cuisine Chinese Restaurant at Holiday Inn Singapore Atrium or shop online (15% off till 28 May)
Prices may be subject to prevailing taxes; prices and menus are accurate at time of publishing.
Featured image: Paradise Group
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