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Food Culture10 May 2026·1 min read

The Story Behind Singapore’s Love of Chilli

From sambal to chilli crab, why heat is woven through the Singapore table.

By Potluck Team
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The Story Behind Singapore’s Love of Chilli

Ask a Singaporean about chilli and you will get strong opinions. Sambal, achar, chilli padi — heat is not an afterthought here, it is identity.

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