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Hakka Wow

Hakka Wow is where to go in Little India for a taste of authentic Indian-Chinese (Hakka) food. From chili chickens to pakoras, there's a little bit of everything at this large, sparse-feeling restaurant that was once home to a couple AYCE Indian buffets - Skylark perhaps being the most memorable.

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I start with the Lollipop Chicken ($11.88) which is basically juicy chicken meat in lollipop-like shapes served with spicy green chutney. Don't let the name of this dish dissuade you - the flavours here make this a must-order.

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The Hot Garlic Chicken Pakoras ($9.88) are pakoras doused in a sweet-garlicky sauce. For those who find pakoras sometimes a little dry, this rendition might be a revelation.

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The Butterfly Shrimp ($9.88) come with a light crisp and are satisfying enough, though judging from the cylindrical shape, calling them butterfly is a bit of a stretch.

From the main courses, the Crispy Beef ($9.88) is stunningly delicious. Sweet, savoury, and crispy at the same time, this is the dish to get if you want to give your tastebuds a workout.

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A house special is the Bombay Chicken ($9.88), perhaps best described as a sauced Tandoori Chicken that's both fragrant and spicy. It's an absolute delight.

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The Chili Chicken with Gravy ($8.88) isn't as exciting as some of the other dishes. The portion was substantial enough but I would have preferred more green chillies and cumin.

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The Mixed Vegetable Delight ($10.88) is a medley of various vegetables mixed with a slightly sweet and smoky sauce. The water chestnuts really make this dish with their satisfying crunch.

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Like many restaurants in Little India, the scale of the restaurant is larger than the customer base - don't expect a full dining room. But since Hakka cuisine isn't yet that common in this part of the city it's a good option for those looking for a bit of spice beyond the go-to Indian restaurants in the area.

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Posted by Darren "DKLo" Susilo. When not writing for blogTO he can usually be found tweeting here or pressing words into this blog . Photos by Hector Vasquez.


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