Rumour has it that four master chefs created Yu Sheng back in 1964, and it is a dish we now proudly recognised as one of the signature creations of Singapore.
Before I start another riot about who ACTUALLY invented this dish, let’s focus on the main point here: IT’S A GREAT WAY TO SIGNIFY THE START OF THE LUNAR NEW YEAR CELEBRATIONS!
We scoured this island to bring to you the best Yu Sheng recommendations, from the affordable ones at our supermarkets, to the atas luxurious ones at 5-star hotels.
We’ve also included a list for our vegetarian and health-conscious friends out there!
Yu Sheng Under $20 @ Local Supermarkets
This is a popular choice especially for smaller families or families who prefer a simple, hassle-free lou hei moment. You can get these at your nearby supermarkets – plus points for convenience and price!
| Name | Pax | Weight/ Qty | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NTUC Fairprice | Singlong Loh Hey Yee Sang | 5-6 pax | 350g | $9.90 |
| Spring Toss Yee Sang ‑ Easy Pack | 3-4 pax | 500g | $10.25 | |
| Harvest Prosperity Yu Sheng | 6-8 pax | 500g | $12.50 | |
| Earthern Pot Vegetarian Yee Sang | 5-6 pax | 600g | $13.95 | |
| Thai Sing Fa Cai Yu Sheng | 6-8 pax | 550g | $14.95 | |
| Kwong Cheong Thye Fa Cai Yu Sheng | 6-8 pax | 700g | $17.30 | |
| Sin Hwa Dee Fa Cai Yu Sheng | 6-8 pax | 635g | $17.80 | |
| Mac Taste Fa Cai Yu Sheng | 5-6 pax | 450g | $16.90 | |
| Singlong Fa Cai Yee Sang | 5-6 pax | 600g | $19.80 | |
| Sheng Siong | Happy Family Fa Cai Yu Sheng | 6-8 pax | 500g | $10.95 |
| Little Grass Yee Sang | 6-8 pax | 600g | $14.15 | |
| RedMart | RedMart Prosperity Yusheng | 6-8 pax | 850g | $16.47 |
| Giant | Fortune Prosperity Yusheng | 6-8 pax | 500g | $12.30 |
Restaurants, Hotels and Specialties Yu Sheng Platter
| Restaurant | Signature | Price |
|---|---|---|
| JUMBO Seafood & Chui Huay Lim Teochew Cuisine | Teochew Style Prosperity Salmon Yu Sheng | $38+ (Small) $58+ (Medium) $88+ (Large) |
| Din Tai Fung | Prosperity Smoked Salmon Yu Sheng | $32.80 (2-3 pax) $48.80 (4-6 pax) |
| Carlton City Hotel Singapore | Classic Abundance Yu Sheng (Salmon) | $48 (4-6 pax) $58 (6-8 pax) |
| The Carvery, Park Hotel Alexandra | Golden Eight Treasure Yusheng with Cured Trout & Baby Abalone | $68+ |
| Elemen | Prosperity Truffle Yu Sheng | $38.80+ (3-4 pax) $48.80+ (8-10 pax) |
| Paradise Group | Prosperity Abalone Yu Sheng | $46.80+ |
| White Rose Café, York Hotel Singapore | Prosperity Lo Hei with Mini Abalone and White Bait | $49+ (Regular) $59+ (Large) |
| Feng Shui Inn, Resorts World Sentosa | Tuna Yu Sheng with Sakura Shrimps in Lemon Citrus Sauce | $78+ (2-6 pax) $118+ (7-10 pax) |
| Golden Peony, Conrad Centennial Singapore | Salmon and Crispy White Bait Yu Sheng | $68 (3-6 pax) $128 (7-10 pax) |
| Hua Ting Restaurant, Orchard Hotel Singapore | Prosperity Yu Sheng (Salmon) | $68+ (Small) $118+ (Large) |
| Yàn | Prosperity Yellowtail Yusheng | $82 (5 pax) $102 (10 pax) |
| Mitzo, Grand Park Orchard | Salmon Yu Sheng | $108+ (Regular) $168+ (Large) |
| Peach Blossoms, Marina Mandarin Singapore | Prosperity Salmon Yu Sheng | $78 (4-6 pax) $118 (8-10 pax) |
| Cherry Garden, Mandarin Oriental Singapore | Bountiful Yu Sheng with Alaskan Crab Meat, Salmon Black Truffle & Black Caviar | $138+ (Small) $276+ (Large) |
| Jia Wei Chinese Restaurant, Grand Mercure Singapore Roxy | Premium Baby Abalone Yu Sheng | $88+ (Medium) $99+ (Large) |
| Tablescape, Grand Park City Hall | Foie Gras Yu Sheng | $88+ (4-6 pax) $128+ (7-10 pax) |
| Ellenborough Market Café, Swissôtel Merchant Court | Lobster and Fruit Yu Sheng | $118 |
| Szechuan Court, Fairmont Singapore | Prosperity Snow Crab Yu Sheng | $88+ |
| Crystal Jade Palace, Golden Palace | Prosperity Golden Lobster Yusheng | $98+ |
| Crowne Plaza Changi Airport | Celestial Crowne Yusheng | $108+ |
| Shang Palace, Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore | Fortune Yu Sheng with Lobster and Norwegian Smoked Salmon | $97.20+ (Small) $169.20+ (Large) |
| Wah Lok Cantonese Restaurant, Carlton Hotel Singapore | Alaskan Crab Lo Hei | $138 (Small) $238 (Large) |
| Hai Tien Lo, Pan Pacific Singapore | Nutritious Blossoming Treasures Yu Sheng | $138+ (Small) $198+ (Large) |
| Racines, Sofitel Singapore City Centre | Luxe Abalone Yu Sheng | $138+ |
| Min Jiang, Goodwood Park Hotel | Joyful Abundance Yusheng | $179.75 |
| Wan Hao Chinese Restaurant, Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel | Lobster, Alaskan Crab, Scallop, Salmon, Caviar & Crispy Fish Skin Yu Sheng | $268+ |
| Jade, The Fullerton Hotel Singapore | Gold Rush Yu Sheng | $104.86 (Small) $147.66 (Large) |
| Li Bai Restaurant, Sheraton Towers Singapore | Salmon Roe & Sea Whelk Yu Sheng Platter | $118+ (Small) $208+ (Large) |
Vegetarian & Healthier Options
| Restaurant | Signature | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Din Tai Fung | Vegetarian Yu Sheng | $26.80 (2-3 pax) $39.80 (4-6 pax) |
| Lotus Vegetarian Restaurant | Prosperity Veg Abalone Yu Sheng | $38+ (2-4 pax) $48+ (5-7 pax) $58+ (8-10 pax) |
| Greendot | Konnyaku Abalone Yu Sheng (Vegan) | $38.80 (4-5 pax) $45.80 (7-8 pax) |
| Sens Restaurant | Fruity SENS Lo-Hei Platter | $48+ (Small) $68+ (Large) |
| LingZhi Vegetarian Restaurant, Tunglok Signatures | Prosperity Yu Sheng | $48+ (Regular) $78+ (Large) |
| Li Bai Restaurant, Sheraton Towers Singapore | Vegetarian Yu Sheng | $55+ (Small) $92+ (Large) |
What Makes the Yu Sheng Platter?
| Ingredient | You Say | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Raw fish | 年年有馀 Nian Nian You Yu | Abundance and prosperity throughout the year |
| Pomelo | 大吉大利 Da Ji Da Li | To add luck; Good luck and smooth sailing year ahead |
| Pepper and cinnamon powder | 招財進寶 Zhao Cai Jin Bao | Attract wealth and treasures |
| Oil (drizzled in circular motion) | 财原广进 Yi Ben Wan Li, Cai Yuan Guang Jin | Make 10,000 times of your profit with your capital and have countless sources of wealth |
| Carrots | 鸿运当头 Hong Yun Dang Tou | Good luck is approaching |
| Green radish | 青春常驻 Qing Chun Chang Zhu | Symbolises eternal youth |
| White radish | 风生水起 Feng Sheng Shu Qi, Bu Bu Gao Sheng | To good business opportunities and reaching a higher level with each step and progress at a fast pace |
| Crushed peanuts | 金银满屋 Jin Yin Man Wu | Household filled with gold and silver (valuable possessions) |
| Sesame seeds (added right after crushed peanuts) | 生意兴隆 Sheng Yi Xing Long | Prosperity for Business |
| Golden crackers | 遍地黄金 Bian Di Huang Jin | Great wealth, floor full of gold |
| Plum Sauce | 甜甜蜜蜜 Tian Tian Mi Mi | Sweet and loving relationships |
- Raw fish symbolises abundance and prosperity. You say: “Nian Nian You Yu” or “You Yu You Sheng” (Abundance throughout the year)
- Pomelo is added to the salad right after the fish to add luck. You say: “Da Ji Da Li” (Good luck and smooth sailing)
- Pepper and cinnamon powder both signify a wish for wealth. You say: “Zhao Cai Jin Bao”. (Attract wealth and treasures)
- Oil should be drizzled in a circular motion. You say: “Yi Ben Wan Li”(Make 10,000 times of profit with your capital) “Cai Yuan Guang Jin”(Countless sources of wealth)
- Carrots represent good luck. You say: “Hong Yun Dang Tou” (Good luck is approaching)
- Green radish symbolises eternal youth. You say: “Qing Chun Chang Zhu” (Forever young)
- White radish is meant to bring about good business opportunities. You say: “Feng Sheng Shui Qi” and “Bu Bu Gao Sheng” (Reaching a higher level with each step and Progress at a fast pace)
- Crushed peanuts are sprinkled onto the dish to symbolise that your household will be filled with valuable possessions. You say: “Jin Yin Man Wu” (Household filled with gold and silver)
- Sesame seeds are added to the salad right after the crushed peanuts have been sprinkled on top. You say: “Sheng Yi Xing Long” (Prosperity for the business)
- Golden crackers symbolise great wealth. You say: “Bian Di Huang Jin” (Floor full of gold)
- Plum Sauce, like the oil, is poured all over the dish instead of just one spot. You say: “Tian Tian Mi Mi” (Sweet and loving relationships)
Toppings for Yu Sheng Platter (Vegetarian options too!)
| Type | Name | Weight/ Qty | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abalone | Diamond Prince Baby Abalone - Braised | 6 pieces per pack | $9.70 |
| New Moon NZ Abalone | 425g | $36.80 | |
| Salmon | Sushi Express Salmon Slices | 3 slices (small) | $1.50+ |
| Fresh salmon for Yu Sheng | 200g | ~$8 | |
| Smoked Salmon | Fassler Smoked Salmon ‑ Traditional | 200g | $13.80 |
| Mushrooms | (Vegetarian) Mili Abalone Mushroom | 400g | $1.60 |
| Pomelo | Pasar Malaysia Pomelo | 1 medium | $6.80 |
| Vietnam Nam Roi Pomelo | 1 per pack | $3.85 |
BONUS!
A game proudly developed by Seedly just for you, for all the HUAT phrases to say when you lou hei! Try it!
Psst… You’ll be rewarded with 4D Numbers with this Lou Hei Yu Sheng tool too! (all in the name of fun!)
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