It is a tradition among numerous cultures for surgery patients to consume sheng yu (also known as the snake-head in English, or ikan haruan in Malay) broth after the operation. It is an old adage passed down from generation to generation, that this freshwater dwelling fish possess medicinal properties which enhances the recovery rate of operation wounds.
While the healing effects of the sheng yu broth has been acknowledge and acclaimed by numerous cultures all over the world (Chinese, Nigerians, Bangladeshi, Malays), supply of this fish remains elusive in Singapore. The only locations to get them now are in Redhill and Chinatown, which we understand would be a real transportation inconvenience, especially when you want to spend all your time caring for your recovering loved ones!
Our humble fishery now sells this fish at a mere price of SGD $10/fish*, with free** delivery to your doorsteps. (Currently limited to Singapore only, sincere apologies for any disappointment caused!)
We guarantee lowest prices and the freshest sheng yu. We have also provided free sheng yu broth recipes in other sections of this little blog for those seeking alternative tastes, or additional culinary advice.
To order sheng yu from us, all you've to do is to fill in the simple order form below, and wait for our staff to personally contact you within 24 hours to obtain further details for your purchase (delivery address etc.)
*Bulk orders >10 will receive lower prices
** Free delivery applies for orders >2 fish