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NASI LEMAK

Also known as: Nasi Lemak Bungkus, Nasi Lemak Kuning, Nasi Lemak Halba, Nasi Lemak Tumpang

Nasi Lemak
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Considered Malaysia's national dish, it is a fragrant rice dish cooked in coconut milk.

Flavor Profile

Creamy, fragrant rice complemented by a spicy-sweet sambal, salty anchovies, and fresh cucumber.

Key Ingredients

Coconut rice, sambal (spicy chili paste), fried anchovies, peanuts, cucumber, hard-boiled egg.

Did You Know?

A popular breakfast, often wrapped in a banana leaf. Price varies greatly depending on the side dishes chosen.

Average Price

RM 2 to 10

Per serving

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WHERE TO FIND IT

Explore the best spots across Penang serving authentic Nasi Lemak

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RESTAURANT GUIDE

95 amazing places to try Nasi Lemak

The Bungalow At Lone Pine Hotel

The Bungalow At Lone Pine Hotel

Address: 97, Jalan Batu Ferringhi, 11100 Batu Ferringhi, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

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My Own Cafe

My Own Cafe

Address: 2, Cannon St, Georgetown, 10200 George Town, Penang

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Meja Saji

Meja Saji

Address: PPD Tengah, Permatang Pasir, Permatang Pauh, Penang, Malaysia

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Permai 32 F&B
★ 4.4

Permai 32 F&B

Address: Lebuh Lembah Permai 4, Tanjung Tokong, 11200 Tanjung Bungah, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

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Cawan Kuey & Sajian

Cawan Kuey & Sajian

Address: 5, Lintang Bayan 11, Sungai Ara, 11900 Bayan Lepas, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

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Artroom Café

Artroom Café

Address: No. 216, Penang Road, Pulau Pinang, 10000 George Town, Malaysia

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