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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
老街巴剎早餐美食 Pasar Food
Address: 10000, Malaysia, Penang, George Town, Jln Penang, Kompleks Komtar, Lot C3 2.22B
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Sampan Garden
Address: 114, Jalan Lebuh Bandar 3/1, Bandar Putra, 09000 Kulim, Kedah, Malaysia
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KAMPUNG CAFE2
Address: 139, Jln Masjid Kapitan Keling, George Town, 10200 George Town, Pulau Pinang
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PANDAN Kitchen
Address: 45, Lebuh Carnarvon, George Town, 10200 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
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Wakzee Nasi Lemak
Address: Macalister Signature Food Court, Jln Macalister, 10150 George Town, Penang, Malaysia
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