Unique rat-inspired dishes for the new year

Peony Jade’s Gold Rush Yusheng comes with Alaskan King Crab, pan-seared tuna, uni, golden roes, crispy silver baits, champagne jelly, lychee pops and organic radish. PHOTO: PEONY JADE
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SINGAPORE - In the lead-up to the Year of the Rat next year, chefs have racked their brains for new ways to reference the rodent in their dishes.

Cheese has made its way into yusheng, while a garoupa with a mouse-like face is another innovation.

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