Salt & Palm, a modern Indonesian restaurant, has opened in the vibrant Joo Chiat neighborhood of Singapore, following its success in Sydney. Their goal is to introduce the diverse flavors of Indonesian cuisine through a contemporary approach, combining traditional spices with innovative cooking techniques.
The restaurant offers a progressive menu with quality ingredients and skillful execution, served in a relaxed atmosphere. In addition to the complex flavors of their dishes, they also serve carefully crafted cocktails. Salt & Palm aims to redefine Indonesian cuisine and become a top dining destination in Singapore.
On the Menu to Savour
The Potato Cake ($12) is a playful twist on the traditional Indonesian perkedel, featuring potato and vegan mayo topped with seaweed-based vegan caviar. It’s a flavor explosion in every bite. The potato cake itself is creamy and buttery with a crisp outer layer that adds texture and crunch to the dish. The caviar on top of the potato cake provides a burst of salty, oceanic flavor that perfectly complements the rich creaminess of the potato.
The Balinese style Fish Cake ($12) is made from minced fish and traditional spices, served with chicken skin tuile and chili lemongrass shallot salsa. The filling is tender and flavorful, with a slight kick of spice. The balinese style fish cake with lemongrass shallot salsa is a mouth-watering appetizer that is perfect for those who love bold and complex flavors.
The Mushroom Rendang ($20) of all flavour and no cruelty is a vegan dish featuring mushrooms and baby potatoes cooked in a house-made rendang sauce that’s slow-simmered for hours. Topped with toasted coconut flakes, this dish is bursting with deep, rich flavors and is incredibly satisfying.
This dish boasts a delicate balance of sweet and savory flavors, showcasing the exquisite umami of tender and meaty mushrooms. The creamy coconut milk brings a touch of sweetness, harmoniously binding all the flavors together into a delectable symphony.
The Beef Short Ribs ($52) is Salt & Palm’s signature dish featuring grain-fed Australian beef slow-cooked in a fragrant rendang sauce with kaffir lime leaf, cinnamon, chili, and candlenut. The meat is tender and succulent, with a rich and savory flavor that’s perfectly balanced.
For a noodle based dish that will delight your tastebuds, the Prawn Bisque Pasta ($32) is a must-try dish inspired by the Palembang mie celor (a Southeast Asian noodle soup dish served in a coconut milk and shrimp-based broth).
It features perfectly cooked al dente pasta and juicy king prawns in a sweet and savory South Sumatran prawn bisque sauce. Topped with an onsen egg, tobiko, and chives, this dish is a burst of flavor and texture with a perfect balance of creaminess, crunch, and umami.
For the meat lovers out there, why not give the Porchetta ($32) a try? The pork belly is tender and flavorful, with a crispy crackling that adds a delightful crunch to every bite. The basa genap spice blend gives it a unique and aromatic taste that’s both savory and slightly sweet, while the chili lemongrass salsa provides a nice balance of heat and freshness.
The dessert menu at Salt & Palm offers two delicious options for those with a sweet tooth.
If you are a fan of creme brulee, their Pandan Coconut Crème Brulee ($15), has a unique twist on the classic French dessert. It is made with a pandan-infused coconut crème brulee, folded with young coconut filling, and topped with jackfruit and berries for a burst of juicy flavors. What makes this dessert even more special is that it is egg and dairy-free, making it a great option for those with dietary restrictions.
For a light and refreshing dessert, the Pavlova ($18) is a plant-based dessert that features a meringue base crowned with a plant-based mango and passionfruit cream. The dish is then embellished with mango, blueberry, grilled peach, and coconut flakes perfect for those who are looking for a vegan and gluten-free option.
Salt & Palm seeks to change the perception and introduce the diversity of Indonesian cuisine as a whole archipelago through a modern approach and fun experience. Expect casual serene vibes bolstered by quality ingredients, as well as skillful, innovative execution beats as the heart of Salt & Palm when they open on 23 March 2023.
For more information, visit https://saltnpalm.com.sg/
Address: 467 Joo Chiat Rd, Singapore 427678
Opening Hours: Mon, Wed & Thu (5pm – 11pm) | Fri to Sun (9am – 3pm; 5pm – 11pm) | Closed on Tue
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