Haidilao, the renowned hotpot chain, has recently begun offering pig blood curd across all its Singapore locations, marking the end of a 27-year prohibition. In an announcement made on social media last Tuesday, Haidilao Singapore revealed that the dish would be available from May 28.
The specialty will retail at S$8 per serving at its outlet in Marina Bay Sands, while all other locations will offer the dish at S$6 per serving. Moreover, Haidilao has launched a promotional offer valid until June 30, which slashes the prices to S$4 and S$3 per serving respectively, subject to stock availability.
Previously, Singapore had implemented a ban on animal blood food products, including pig blood and duck blood, following the 1999 Nipah virus outbreak. However, the tide turned in April when the Singapore Food Agency authorised the importation of heat-treated pig blood products from Bangkhla Pig Slaughterhouse, a recognised supplier based in Thailand.
Why has Haidilao started serving pig blood curd in Singapore?
Haidilao has introduced pig blood curd to its Singapore menu following the city-state’s decision to lift a 27-year ban on animal blood food products.
What is the price for a serving of pig blood curd at Haidilao?
At Haidilao’s Marina Bay Sands outlet, pig blood curd is priced at S$8 per serving. However, all other locations serve it at S$6 per serving.
Why was there a ban on animal blood food products in Singapore?
The ban was put in place following the Nipah virus outbreak in 1999, which led to the prohibition of animal blood food products, including pig and duck blood, in order to protect public health.
