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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

48 amazing places to try Nasi Lemak

The Hillside Cafe© Bar & Restaurant

The Hillside Cafe© Bar & Restaurant

Address: 3, Jalan Sungai Kelian Tanjung Bungah, 11200 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

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Sukkah Cafe

Sukkah Cafe

Address: 76, Jalan Mahsuri, Bandar Sunway Tunas, 11950 Bayan Lepas, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

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Nasi Lemak Liverpool Cafe Penang

Nasi Lemak Liverpool Cafe Penang

Address: 92, Jln Tan Sri Teh Ewe Lim, Jelutong, 11600 George Town, Pulau Pinang

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Gratitude Veggie Cafe

Gratitude Veggie Cafe

Address: 606a, Jln Paya Terubung, Kampung Pisang, 11500 Ayer Itam, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

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Restoran Dapur Arang PENANG

Restoran Dapur Arang PENANG

Address: Restoran Dapur Arang PENANG, 494, Mukim 21, Bukit Berangan, Kubang Semang, 14000 Bukit Mertajam, Penang, Malaysia

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Mamak Lane Food Hall

Mamak Lane Food Hall

Address: 657, Jalan Dato Keramat, 10460 George Town, Pulau Pinang

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