[CLOSED] Shokutsu Ten (NEX)

Kitsune udon with this fried mentaiko pasta makes for a hearty dinner. I've been here several times and will still highly recommend! (~$9) hope to try their sakura udon next time

Spicy cod roe on a bed of scrambled eggs & rice and pickles. I would try to mix the cod roe into the rice to even out the saltiness of the dish.

Mentaiko mayo gyoza [$6.90++]
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With the ongoing Mentaiko madness at @shokutsuten , Menichi ramen had also joined in the bandwagon and launched Mentaiko ramen as well as gyoza in addition to their existing menu. REAL Mentaiko pieces are used in the ramen (swipe to view), which is slightly spicy with a pungent umami flavour that might be an acquired experience. Unfortunately it was hard to dissolve these lumps of spicy cod roe into the broth and tbh, I did not really enjoy it when consumed in silo. The tonkotsu broth is simmered with both chicken and pork bones which was rather mild and bland for my liking. The other elements were still decent though- tender, meaty char siu, crunchy black fungus and red ginger strips, crispy seaweed and a half boiled egg with a vibrant half cooked yolk (which could have been softer and more runny). The ramen noodles were done to a slight al dente texture, with a pleasant firmness to the bite, though a pity the broth turned out to be less flavourful as expected. The highlight here to me was the Mentaiko mayo gyozas, where the gyozas are done to a crisp pan fried exterior encasing flavourful, juicy minced chicken, drizzled with creamy Mentaiko mayo that was enhancement with its pleasant umami note .
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[PS: Heard that this seasonal special is only available till 4th June, which ends today. But fret not, there’s still an ongoing Mentaiko madness for other chains such as Tokyo water, Kabe No Ana etc] .
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#burpple #shokutsuten #menichiramen

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In-Frame :
Kaisen Mentai Roll ($13.90)
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Collagen rich tonkotsu soup made with perfect balance of pork bones and vegetables.
Topped with ramen, spicy cod roe, Japanese charsiew, half-boiled egg, black fungus, red ginger strips, spring onion and seaweed, this piping hot bowl will warm the cockles of any soul.
Now till 4 June ~
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#RESMentaikoMadness

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In-Frame :
Hakata Mentaiko Tonkotsu Ramen ( $14.90 )
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Collagen rich tonkotsu soup made with perfect balance of pork bones and vegetables.
Topped with ramen, spicy cod roe, Japanese charsiew, half-boiled egg, black fungus, red ginger strips, spring onion and seaweed, this piping hot bowl will warm the cockles of any soul.
Now till 4 June ~
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#RESMentaikoMadness

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Happened to chance upon this temporary booth at @shokutsuten at Jurong point and hence decided to give this a try, with anything matcha as my greatest weakness. Unfortunately my impulse purchase left me with regrets ☹️. The matcha flavour was mild and barely distinct, leaning towards the milky, sweet flavour profile. Despite that major disappointment, the texture waa smooth, creamy and melt-in-the mouth though, a pleasant sensation to the palate. If you are a hardcore matchaholic (like me), I would highly recommend to skip this and head over to @hvala_sg or @matchayasg instead. But if you are neutral towards matcha, this would be a great sweet ending for your meal! 😅 [PS: Only available till end April or while stocks last!] .
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#burpple #smitteneats