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Rediscovering Thunder Tea Rice: A 2,000-Year-Old Hakka Delicacy Revived in Singapore

Credited from: BBC

  • Thunder tea rice, or lei cha, is a traditional Hakka dish made with rice, vegetables, and a herby green soup, originating from Guangdong Province, China.
  • Chef Pang Kok Keong has revitalized this ancient recipe in Singapore, aiming to preserve Hakka heritage and cater to healthy eating trends.
  • The dish features a nutritious mix, including dark leafy greens, peanuts, and dried fish, appealing to health-conscious diners.
  • Pang opened his food stall in 2018 and has successfully merged traditional and modern culinary techniques.
  • The origin story of thunder tea rice dates back to the Three Kingdoms era, believed to boost soldiers’ strength during a plague.

For more information, visit the original article on BBC Travel.


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