Hainanese chicken rice

海南鸡饭 · Hǎinán jīfàn. Poached chicken · fragrant rice.

Dumplings in a bamboo steamer with chopsticks
Regional dishes海南鸡饭Hǎinán jīfànHainanese chicken rice

Tender chicken is served with rice cooked in chicken stock, along with chilli, ginger, or scallion sauces.

CoverageRegional · Hainan

About this food

The dish has roots in Hainan and has become a beloved everyday meal in many southern Chinese communities.

How to explore it

Poached chicken · fragrant rice. Ask about ingredients, preparation, and regional variations before ordering.

Useful phrase

No coriander, please.

不要香菜。Bú yào xiāngcài.