Beyond Epok-Epok Rendang: Vegan Malay Food Takes a Bite out of Tradition!
Ever heard of Beyond Burgers? Now picture a Beyond Epok-Epok Rendang—the luscious, plant‑powered rendang puff that’s turning heads and mouths all over Singapore. Because when you look around, the trend is clear: more folks are going vegan, and eateries are teaming up with Impossible Foods or Beyond Meat to give you the familiar taste of meat without the animal‑every‑thing.
Meet the Dream Team Behind the Puff
- Hilmi Hayan – the innovator in a cute hoodie who calls himself theveganliftersg. He’s partnered with his mother, Mdm Zubaidah, or “Mama Vegan,” to bring a fresh take on a Malay classic.
- They’re all about animal welfare, planet health, and our own well‑being. Their mission? To fill a gap where genuine vegan Malay dishes haven’t existed.
Hilmi’s spark: “There’s a massive hunger for authentic vegan Malay staples—no one’s been cooking them yet, so we’re stepping up.” And the cherry on top? Their use of Beyond Meat as a beef stand‑in, a breakthrough that’s keeping their rendangs truly Malaysian while 100% plant‑based.
Home‑Delivered, Street‑Ready
Rendang Mama Vegan’s set up is delightfully simple: their Facebook page is their front‑door, where you can drop an order. They’re planning a brick‑and‑mortar shop one day, hoping to match the legendary success of Old Chang Kee.
Current craze: Their Beyond Epok-Epok Rendang is a hot‑ticket—fully booked through July. If you’re planning to scoop up a puff this summer, you’ll hear they’re out of stock until mid‑July.
New on the Menu: Jackfruit Rendang Puffs!
Enter the Epok‑Epok Rendang Nangka—a $1.50 per piece flavor that’s ready for you if you want at least four pieces. The recipe thrives on the natural sweetness of jackfruit paired with the spicy, aromatic aroma of traditional rendang.
Customizable to Your Kind of Spice
- Allium‑free version for those who can’t stomach onions or garlic.
- Choose spicy or mild vibes—so whether you want your food to ignite or stay cool, you’ve got options.
- Each puff is a flavor canvas; you can tweak it to fit exactly what your taste buds crave.
Future Food Forthcoming
Hilmi hints at a grand expansion: veg‑themed goreng‑gorengan, kuehs, and even sweet, finger‑friendly desserts—all LED by the same brand ethos. “We’re going to roll out more Rendang dishes in varying styles and flavors,” he says, promising a delicious trail of innovation.
Why You Should Check Them Out
With the green wave hitting restaurants, it’s high time someone gave a plant‑based rendang a launch‑pad. Rendang Mama Vegan’s taste tests confirm: Vegan food can be “familiar” and “flavorful” in one bite. And the buzz around Jackfruit and Beyond Meat only fuels the curiosity—and the Instagram, of course.
Ready to taste a revolution? Drop a message on their Facebook page and let your taste buds get their first Beyond Epok-Epok Rendang experience!
