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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.

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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

96 amazing places to try Nasi Lemak

Bread Lover Bakery
★ 5

Bread Lover Bakery

Address: 23, Kompleks Desaran Tanjung, Jalan Desiran Tanjung 3, 10470 Tanjung Tokong, Penang, Malaysia

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Kafe Tanjung

Kafe Tanjung

Address: 125-D, Jln Tanjong Tokong, Seri Tanjung Pinang, 10470 Tanjung Tokong, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

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Nasi Lemak Ciksue
★ 4.5

Nasi Lemak Ciksue

Address: 195, Jalan Dato Keramat, 10150 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

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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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Pinxin Vegan Cuisine
★ 4.3

Pinxin Vegan Cuisine

Address: 38, Lebuh Tye Sin, 10300 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

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Flower Mulan Nyonya Cafe Burma Road
★ 4.1

Flower Mulan Nyonya Cafe Burma Road

Address: 48, Jalan Burma, 10050 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

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