Ah Chiang's Traditional Porridge at JEM (50 Jurong Gateway Road, B1 location, operating 10:00 AM – 8:30 PM daily) continues a revered legacy of charcoal-cooked congee dating back to 1971. This iconic establishment began in the traditional Tiong Bahru estate and has since expanded to bring authentic, time-honored Cantonese porridge preparation to modern shopping destinations like JEM. Every bowl of porridge is meticulously prepared using the traditional method of cooking over charcoal, a technique that ensures the authentic taste of the original recipe is faithfully maintained. This dedication to traditional preparation methods distinguishes Ah Chiang's from contemporary porridge establishments, delivering genuine old-school Cantonese porridge that resonates with both nostalgic diners and new generations discovering this classic comfort food.
The JEM menu features an impressive selection of porridge varieties, each showcasing different proteins and ingredients sourced from trusted suppliers. Popular options include the signature Pork Porridge ($4.50) with sliced meat and minced pork, Mixed Pork Porridge ($4.50) featuring pork intestines for adventurous eaters, and Fish Porridge ($4.50) prepared with fresh fish sourced from Pasir Panjang Fishery Port. Premium selections like Century Egg Cuttlefish Porridge ($6.00) offer sophisticated flavor combinations for more discerning palates. Every dish reflects careful ingredient selection and precise cooking techniques, ensuring consistent quality and authentic taste across all menu items.
Ah Chiang's commitment to providing the highest quality porridge and exceptional service makes it a destination for those seeking authentic Singaporean hawker cuisine within a mall setting. The convenient JEM location at the basement level, combined with operating hours that span late morning through early evening, makes it accessible for lunch crowds and afternoon diners. For customers seeking genuine charcoal-cooked congee prepared using traditional methods, Ah Chiang's represents the gold standard in Singapore's porridge landscape. Contact the JEM outlet at 6557 0084 for inquiries or special orders.
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Dennis Lee
A place for a quick bowl of nice hot porridge. I ordered e Batang Fish porridge with added egg. The fried fritters comes with e porridge. Order is self service. Hassle free. Porridge s smooth and nice. Fish slices s quite generous. Overall, I enjoyed it.
Yi Jie Chua
I had to throw away the whole bowl of porridge because the intestines had little bits coming out of it. I sincerely hope that it isn’t a parasite and it’s just a bad job cleaning out the vessels, but even then, that’s still a big no-no for pig intestine. For $9, I would’ve hoped that I would be getting an edible bowl of porridge. Safe to say I’m definitely not going to recommend this to my friends. No comments on the service and atmosphere.
Jason Ong
Ah Chiang's Cantonese Congee first opened in the Tiong Bahru area. The congee was excellent, especially the pork porridge. They also have a good range of side dishes, and even desserts and drinks. Since then, a couple of branches have sprung up, and this one in Jem seems to be the latest. Unfortunately, everything in this branch is scaled down, the seating capacity, the choice of food, service staff... seems like the only thing that's increased is the price. While the pork porridge was still decent, the fish porridge was terrible. Throwing a couple of slices of fish into a bowl of porridge cooked with chicken or pork stock is NOT fish porridge. Avoid it. I'm frankly disappointed. Go to the original shop for a 4 star eating experience.
tsuki
Surprisingly empty at 12.30pm. Was able to find a seat quickly. Ordered the pork liver porridge. $6.80 with you tiao included. It was okay. But im quite concerned with the pork liver because there was still redness present in the meat especially in the middle after i chewed the meat in half. Though I never brought it up to the kitchen since I dipped it back into the hot porridge, i dont think i will order this again. Maybe try the other options.
Matthew Wong
Ordered take away for 2 bowls of porridge at 630pm and waited for 30 minutes. Looked understaff with one chef. Would be good to put a signage to indicate waiting time so that we are aware of the expected time before ordering at the self service kiosk The entrance looks unsightly with boxes piled up and blocking the digital menu
Kendrick Wee
Order via the self serviced kiosk was easy. Waiting time is quite short for peak hour period. Ordered the mixed pork porridge, intestine porridge, homemade prawn roll and century egg. Porridge were above average. Silky and smooth. Generous sesame oil made it more fragrant. Intestine had no gamey smell, cleaned well. Prawn roll was below average, filling was like paste like, severely lack of texture of what a home made roll should be like. Century egg as side dish came with ginger slices garnishing. Most places served century egg with ginger but the ginger is pickled. This one was not pickled and did not go well with century egg.
Lian G
The porridge was too thick and dense, for my taste. What is unexpected is the lumpiness of the porridge, found many lumps of porridge like the one the pic. Wonder if the boss of Ah Chiang's Porridge QC the cooking in this outlet. Standard so diff from the original one at Tiong Poh Rd.
Chet W
This is a horribly dishonest business that cheated my money – they charged me for but shortchanged my side dish (you tiao) and takeaway container. I paid for 3 takeaway containers for 2 porridges and 1 extra side (salted egg). Still, I only received 2 containers because they placed the extra side (salted egg) in one of the porridge's you tiao compartments without giving me the you tiaos! Effectively, I paid extra to be shortchanged 1 container and 1 portion of you tiaos! I have stopped patronising this pathetic cheating business. The quality and service have also worsened astonishingly over the years.
Jianwei Oh
Purchased fish slice porridge with added liver from the JEM outlet. Liver was too raw and fish porridge turned a pink hue from all the blood after mixing. Long waiting times too.
Michele tee
I will give 0 star if there is this option. Ordering system confusing, no service to speak which is all fine. The worst is that the porridge tasted horrible! Chunky like oat meal that did not dissolve well. The braise pork has wierd taste.. both of us did not even finish half a bowl , not worth the calories and don’t satisfy porridge craving. Clementi hawker center porridge much better
pianized
Fairly understaffed. Place sits approximately 16pax. Congee (Cantonese zuk) was decent. The fish slices were fresh. Minced pork and century egg were generous considering the serving. Stewed pork bellies were creamy and salty, suitable to be paired with plain congee. Expect long queue and difficulty to find seats during peak hour.
YY
A warm and clean bowl of porridge. Like what they advertised, it doesn’t contain any salt nor MSG as its pretty much very bland on its own. However, there’s a topping / sauce station which has soy sauce, pepper, chilli padi, ginger and spring onion that we may add as per our liking. Constantly flooded with patrons in a small space, but food is served fast with an efficient queue system. Not one porridge I would go for unless I’m down for some clean and healthy food.
Ask Me Anything In Singapore
I was having fever and order this though expensive. But a lot ingredients. I ate one qtr and felt too much Ajinomoto inside not stirred well. I felt my whole body zzzzzz feeling. Last time it was not like that. I hope they stop adding Ajinomoto to food.
Kelvin Khong
My type of congee - Rich, thick and dense. A decent place to eat la.
Samuel Ng
Have not eaten century egg porridge with you teow for a long time as it's not easy to go to the original at Tiong Bahru.. well they opened at Jurong East in an entire new food corner and JEM basement is entirely devoted to food or restaurant
肉碎
鱼片
皮蛋
猪肝
鸡丝
鱿鱼
西洋菜
鲍鱼
粉肠
松鱼肚
肉丸
松鱼骨
松鱼头
鸡蛋
蚝油泰国芥蓝
咸鱼豆芽
蚝油奶白
泰式炸豆腐
姜蓉鸡
皮蛋
咸蛋
鱼皮
油条
三文鱼生
虾棗
猪肝粥
肉碎粥
肉片粥
肉丸粥
粉肠粥
鱼粥
鱼肚粥
鱼骨粥
鱼头粥
白粥
皮蛋粥
魷魚粥
鸡丝粥
三文鱼粥
素粥
鲍鱼粥
田鸡粥
三蛋粥
泰式羊角豆
蚝油泰国芥蓝
咸鱼豆芽
蚝油小白菜
蚝油奶白
泰式炸豆腐
炸双菇
姜蓉鸡
皮蛋
咸蛋
鱼皮
油条
海蜇
三文鱼生
猪杂粥
豬肉粥
猪肝粥
肉碎粥
肉片粥
肉丸粥
粉肠粥
松鱼粥
松鱼肚粥
松鱼骨粥
松鱼头粥
肉碎皮蛋粥
魷魚肉粥
鸡粥
三文鱼粥
素粥
鲍鱼粥
三面
蚝油泰国芥蓝
咸鱼豆芽
蚝油奶白
泰式炸豆腐
姜蓉鸡
皮蛋
咸蛋
鱼皮
油条
三文鱼生
虾棗
肉碎
魚片
皮蛋
豬肝
鸡丝
魷魚
西洋菜
鮑魚
粉品
松魚肚
肉丸
松鱼骨
松鱼头
鸡蛋
Available at the self-service counter
Popular item, ingredients marinated before
Popular item, ingredients marinated before
over at our self-service counter
猪杂粥
猪肉粥
猪肝粥
肉碎粥
肉片粥
肉丸粥
粉肠粥
*Fish contains bone
松鱼粥
白粥
皮蛋肉碎粥
鱿鱼肉碎粥
鸡丝粥
三文鱼粥
素粥
鲍鱼粥
三蛋粥
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