Another winning factor for Han Kee was its robust stock. One sip and it's apparent that the stock was the result of hours of simmering fish bones to yield such sweet and full-bodied flavours. It's a nearly perfect fish soup, if not for the heavy use of ginger and pepper that threatened to overwhelm the delicate sweetness of the fish stock.

Rui Ji Fish Porridge
Opening hours: Mon-Fri: 7.30am-2pm, closed on Sat, Sun & public holidays
Price: from $3.00
Rating: 4.5/5
For purists who like their fish soup au naturel, Rui Ji's fish soup will be their top choice! The stock here was clear and light, but unexpectedly flavorful with the natural sweetness of fish. The fish slices were delightfully smooth and succulent, but carried a slight hint of fishiness. For just $3.00, you get about seven slices of generously-sliced mackerel, which is a real steal. The stall was also very generous with the lettuce, which added a lovely crunch and lots of fibre to this already very wholesome dish. During lunch hour, expect a minimum wait of 15 minutes, as this stall is extremely popular.