• Economic rice is generally affordable and is commonly found in Singapore. It generally consists of rice as the staple, along with accompanying dishes that are selected by the customer.   

• Economic rice can be found in coffee shops, hawker centres or food courts all around Singapore. 

• These stalls usually have dozens of dishes, including meat, vegetable and seafood dishes, lined up on display for customers to choose from. Some stalls even include soup, making for a meal that is value-for-money.  

• The cost of economic rice at hawker centres varies according to the dishes selected.

In addition to economic rice, the stall also sells noodles and roast meats for $3.  Long queues can be seen there during lunchtime, with dishes often selling out.  (Lianhe Zaobao, 28/11/2018)

盖饭, 盖浇饭 (Mainland China)，经济饭,杂饭(Malaysia)