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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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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.

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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

Mommy Irene
★ 4.2

Mommy Irene

Address: 69, Lintang Angsana, Bandar Baru Air Itam, 11500 Ayer Itam, 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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Warisan Bonda Astaka Tmn Sardon(Roti Jala, Pulut Kuning,Nasi Lemak & Lontong Soto Ayam)

Warisan Bonda Astaka Tmn Sardon(Roti Jala, Pulut Kuning,Nasi Lemak & Lontong Soto Ayam)

Address: Gerai No5, Astaka.Gelugur, Taman Tun Sardon, 11700 Gelugor, Penang

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Bock Garden Meatless Cafe
★ 4.2

Bock Garden Meatless Cafe

Address: 24, Jalan Kedah, George Town, 10050 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

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Paya Terubong Nasi Lemak
★ 3.8

Paya Terubong Nasi Lemak

Address: 200, Jln Paya Terubung, Paya Terubong, 11060 Ayer Itam, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

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Komtar Coffee House
★ 3.4

Komtar Coffee House

Address: 182, Lebuh Lintang, George Town, 10100 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

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