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NASI LEMAK
Also known as: Nasi Lemak Bungkus, Nasi Lemak Kuning, Nasi Lemak Halba, Nasi Lemak Tumpang
The Story
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
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
Nasi Lemak Ciksue
Address: 195, Jalan Dato Keramat, 10150 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
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Roti Bakar Nasi Lemak
Address: 10200, 5-7, Union St, Georgetown, 10200 George Town, Penang
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PANDAN Kitchen
Address: 45, Lebuh Carnarvon, George Town, 10200 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
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Kedai Makan 1189
Address: 22, Medan Angsana 1, Bandar Baru Air Itam, 11500 Ayer Itam, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
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