Jin Xi Lai (Mui Siong) Minced Meat Noodle 金喜来（梅松）肉脞面 (Tampines)

Known for their fresh pig liver slices, mui siong minced meat noodles indeed does have a certain standard. The pig liver slices in their Minced Meat Noodle ($5) were pretty thick and they were just lightly blanched. Although the small amount of blood left in the liver may be off putting to some, they were really fresh and soft and had little to no gaminess. The soup itself is actually on the sweeter side and I do wish for it to be more savoury.

The noodles were softer than usual, and the sauce seasoning used has a very old school taste! The vinegar is heavy in this one, and the chilli used has quite a bit of dried shrimp in them.

If you love your pig liver, this is one stall you can try!

The star of this, though, as everyone says, is the ingredients & soup. The liver needs no introduction - thiccccc AF, & lovingly cooked to soft perfection. Best of all, 'tis without a hint of gameyness or the powdery mouthfeel you get from overcooking.

The pork slices, balls, & minced meat were all satisfactory as well.

& as for the soup? You'll be lapping up all its umami goodness, leaving no drop behind.

My honest verdict: Sibeh shiok. Especially in this cold weather.

This $5 Minced Meat Noodles gives you a good portion of noodles, tossed in a deliciously balanced ratio of vinegar & chilli. It is oily enough to lubricate the noodles without leaving an icky film all over your mouth.

Mui Siong’s Tampines franchise is situated in an air conditioned coffeeshop. Surprised to learn in the 8 Days article that this will be renovated soon. It looks pretty clean & well ventilated.. In fact, I’m quite cold here since it’s raining outside. But I’d imagine the aircon would be good respite from the usual sweltering heat outdoors, on other days.