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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
96 amazing places to try Nasi Lemak
Alamak Kopitiam @ Argyll Road
Address: 175, Jalan Argyll, George Town, 10050 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
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Cawan Kuey & Sajian
Address: 5, Lintang Bayan 11, Sungai Ara, 11900 Bayan Lepas, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
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Memang Meow @ Design VIllage Outlet Mall, Penang
Address: Lot No. G-66, Design Village Outlet Mall, 733, Jalan Cassia Barat 2, Bandar Cassia, 14110 Simpang Ampat, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
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Kopitiam 7 Pagi
Address: 81, Lebuh Tye Sin, George Town, 10300 George Town, Pulau Pinang
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Anak Mak Cafe
Address: 39b, Jalan Cantonment, 10350 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
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