Hey gang, As Chinese New Year looms around the corner, the aroma (and literal ingredients) of YeeSang is floating in the air. You might be looking to bring a special non-conventional YeeSang home to show your friends and family what good taste you have. So I have done the dirty work for you and sourced out some of the most delicious and unique YeeSang offerings in Klang Valley and made it into a tidy little list. From the most affordable to the most HUAT Yee Sang, here are my recommendations for 2024:
(1) Mei By Fatspoon: aMEIzing Yee Sang
- Price: RM38 (Small), RM88 (Large)
- Serves: 2-3 pax (Small), 6-8 pax (Large)
- Availability: Now – 25th Feb
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- Preorder WhatsApp: +60 11-5416 3220
- Ingredients (Small Yee Sang): Mixed salad leaves + cabbage, Nangka, Carrot, Kale+basil, Pomelo, Strawberries+cherry tomatoes, Salmon Sashimi
- Ingredients (Big Yee Sang): Cabbage, Nangka, Watermelon radish, Kale+basil, Strawberries+Cherry Tomatoes, Pomelo, Cucumber, Carrot, Black Fungus+Furikake, Salmon sashimi, Ikura, Soy Nori Chip
- RenYi Notes: This is a delightful fusion of flavors, with fresh-cut fruits taking center stage. Each bite combines the sweetness of strawberries and Nangka with a savory finish from the Ikura, Furikake, and Salmon Sashimi. It’s a perfect choice for those who appreciate a fruity salad with a hint of sea saltiness. Umami Level: 8.5/10**
(2) Strangers at 47: Dragon Yee Sang
- Price: RM68
- Serves: 6-8 pax
- Availability: Now – 24th Feb
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- Ingredients: A fresh assortment of Vegetables, Pomelo, Smoked Salmon, and Tangy Lime Dressing
- RenYi Notes: While not explicitly mentioned in the description, upon pouring the tangy lime dressing, you can discern a subtle hint of fish sauce, adding a Thai-inspired twist. Each bite balances the flavors of Pomelo, Smoked Salmon, and more. This is a savory, not sweet, option for those craving something different. Umami Level: 8/10
(3) Red Beanbag: Prosperity Yee Sang
- Price: RM65 (Serving: 5-6pax), RM108 (Serving: 8-10pax)
- Preorder WhatsApp: 01159906057 (1 day in advance)
- Availability: Now – 24th Feb
- Ingredients: House-smoked Salmon, Shredded Carrots & Purple Cabbage, Kyuri, Ogonori Aka & Tosaka (red & green seaweed), Pomegranate, Jackfruit, Arrowhead Chips, Caramelized Walnuts, Apricot-Yuzu Sauce
- RenYi Notes: This Yee Sang is all about texture, offering bursts of juiciness from pomegranate, crunch from arrowhead chips, silkiness from jackfruit, and a crumbly texture from caramelized walnuts. The Apricot-Yuzu sauce balances sweet and acidity beautifully. Umami Level: 7.5/10
(4) Yellow Brick Road: Yee Sang
- Price: RM 68
- Serves: 6-8 pax
- Availability: Now – 24th Feb
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- Ingredients: Beetroot-cured Salmon, Jicama, Japanese Cucumber, Pomelo, Purple Cabbage, Carrot, Pickled Sakura Radish, Pickled Ginger, Chuka Wakame Seaweed, Fried Julienne of Purple and Orange Sweet Potatoes, Mandarin Orange & Crispy Tam Tam Crackers. Condiments include Yuzu Plum Sauce, Almond Nibs, White Sesame Seeds, Sesame Oil & White Pepper.
- RenYi Notes: This Yee Sang offers a fresh Japanese twist, reminiscent of a healthy salad. It combines the freshness of mandarin oranges with the crunch of fried julienne sweet potatoes and local Tam Tam crackers. The Yuzu plum sauce and sesame oil add an oriental touch. Umami Level: 7.5/10
(5) Table & Apron: Prosperity Yee Sang
- Price: RM98+
- Serves: 6-8 pax
- Availability: 25 January – 25 February
- Preorder: Pre-order 2 days in advance
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- Ingredients: Cold-smoked Imperial Salmon, Murukku, Green Mango, Ulam Raja, Sengkuang, Beetroot, Pomegranate, Bunga Kantan, Kerisik, Peanut Crumbs, Carrots, White Radish, Iceberg Lettuce, Pomelo, Kaffir Lime Leaf, Pickled Ginger, Asam Jawa, Cherry Compote, Fish Sauce
- RenYi Notes: Table and Apron showcase local flavors in this Yee Sang with Murukku, Raja Ulam, Bunga Kantan, and locally smoked Imperial Salmon. It harmoniously combines various textures and flavors, enhanced by a plum sauce made from asam jawa, cherry compote, and spices. If you’re looking for a Yee Sang that embodies a Malaysian spirit, you’ve found it at Table & Apron. Umami Level: 8.8/10
(6) Grub: Dragon Lou Sang
- Price: RM148.88
- Serves: 8-10 pax
- Starts 25/01/2024
- Preorder WhatsApp: 0146072983
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- Ingredients: Wagyu Slices (200gram) OR Atlantic Salmon (150gram), Dragon Fruit, Jackfruit, Mango, Pear, Pickled Onion, Carrot, Sengkuang, Coriander, Green Leaf & Apple Salad. Prepared fresh! Served with Honey Cashew & Seeds, Seaweed Crisps, Sesame & Peanut, Plum Sauce, Hot Sauce (optional)
- RenYi Notes: When a steakhouse offers Yee Sang, you can expect a Wagyu Yee Sang (with a Salmon alternative, but who needs that?). This Yee Sang combines perfectly torched and seasoned Wagyu slices with dragon fruit, jackfruit, pickled onions, and fresh greens for an almost orgasmic experience. Ideal for carnivores! Umami Level: 8.5/10
(7) Papasan Canteen: Rainbow Yee Sang
- Price: RM248
- Serves: 6-8 pax
- Availability: Now – 9th February, resume on 16th Feb
- Preorder: Pre-order 2 days in advance
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- Ingredients: Sashimi, Baby Octopus, Jelly Fish, Seaweed, Pomelo, Pear, Strawberry, Mandarin, Orange, Sesame Peanut, Tobiko Fish Rows, Turnip, Chicken Jerky, Big Octopus, Honey Baby Prawns, Big Salmon Fish Roe. Sauce 1 – Plum sauce with passion fruit, Sauce 2 – Homemade sesame sauce with peanut.
- RenYi Notes: This is my favorite Yee Sang, albeit the most expensive one. Papasan’s Rainbow Yee Sang features an abundance of seafood, complemented by Chicken BakKwa for a unique twist. Freshness shines through with Pomelo, Pear, Strawberries, and Mandarin Orange, enhancing each ingredient’s flavor and texture. Pro tip: Go easy on the sauces to avoid overpowering the seafood’s subtle flavors. Eat quickly to avoid a soggy mess. Umami Level: 10/10
And these, are my favorite picks for the best unique Yeesang dishes in the Klang Valley. Know of any more? Let me know!
Disclaimer:
While these are my recommendations, do take note that your enjoyment depends on said establishment’s consistency, your palate preference on that day and of course overall service experience. Don’t come knocking on my door if you had a less than savory visit 😇
