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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

Ikat Tepi Kopitiam Georgetown (Muslim-Friendly)
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Ikat Tepi Kopitiam Georgetown (Muslim-Friendly)

Address: 69, Jalan Magazine, George Town, 10300 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

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Achik Ikan Bakar

Achik Ikan Bakar

Address: 2099, Jalan Rozhan, Taman Impian Ria, 14000 Bukit Mertajam, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

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Bock Garden Meatless Cafe
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Bock Garden Meatless Cafe

Address: 24, Jalan Kedah, George Town, 10050 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

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Wakzee Nasi Lemak
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Wakzee Nasi Lemak

Address: Macalister Signature Food Court, Jln Macalister, 10150 George Town, Penang, Malaysia

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Hans Cafe & Deli
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Hans Cafe & Deli

Address: G-05, Jalan Seri Tg Pinang, Seri Tanjung Pinang, 10470 Tanjung Tokong, Penang, Malaysia

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SRii KAYAA COCONUTS
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SRii KAYAA COCONUTS

Address: 33, Jalan Dato Keramat, 10150 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

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