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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

SRii KAYAA COCONUTS
★ 4.9

SRii KAYAA COCONUTS

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

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Cawan Kuey & Sajian

Cawan Kuey & Sajian

Address: 5, Lintang Bayan 11, Sungai Ara, 11900 Bayan Lepas, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

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The Gunners Burger & Cafe
★ 4.1

The Gunners Burger & Cafe

Address: Jln. Utama, 10450 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

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Ali Nasi Lemak Daun Pisang

Ali Nasi Lemak Daun Pisang

Address: Beach St, Georgetown, 10300 George Town, Penang

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PANG Hainan Coffee & Nasi Lemak (Morning)
★ 4.1

PANG Hainan Coffee & Nasi Lemak (Morning)

Address: 501 K & L, Jalan Tanjung Bungah, 10470 Tanjung Bungah, Penang, Malaysia

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Farah Kitchen
★ 4.9

Farah Kitchen

Address: 38b, Jalan Air Itam, Kampung Pisang, 11500 Ayer Itam, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

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