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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

95 amazing places to try Nasi Lemak

Dataran Matang Street Food

Dataran Matang Street Food

Address: 7127, Lintang Permatang Damar Laut, 11960 Batu Maung, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

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Mommy Irene
★ 4.2

Mommy Irene

Address: 69, Lintang Angsana, Bandar Baru Air Itam, 11500 Ayer Itam, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

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菩提树 Bodhi Tree Vegetarian Cafe, Penang Malaysia
★ 4.4

菩提树 Bodhi Tree Vegetarian Cafe, Penang Malaysia

Address: VANTAGE A-1-8 Jalan Desiran Tanjung Seri Tanjung Pinang Tanjung Tokong, 10470 George Town, 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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Neko Vegan House
★ 4.9

Neko Vegan House

Address: 375H, Chulia St, Georgetown, 10300 George Town, Penang, Malaysia

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Anak Mak Cafe
★ 5

Anak Mak Cafe

Address: 39b, Jalan Cantonment, 10350 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

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