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NASI LEMAK
Also known as: Nasi Lemak Bungkus, Nasi Lemak Kuning, Nasi Lemak Halba, Nasi Lemak Tumpang
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.
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
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
Anak Mak Cafe
Address: 39b, Jalan Cantonment, 10350 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
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Dhoby Ghaut Cafe
Address: 247-H, Jalan Sultan Azlan Shah, 11900 Bayan Lepas, Pulau Pinang
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Halzan Penang
Address: No 168A, Central@Gurney Unit G08, Halzan Penang, Persiaran Gurney, 10250 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
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CAFE JOM SINGGAH(PORT SARAPAN SEBELAH JPJ BATU UBAN) (PG0461534)
Address: Gerai sebelah JPJ cawangan, Persiaran Sungai Gelugor 2, Kampung Batu Uban, 11700 Gelugor, Penang
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Heritage Recipe House
Address: 198, Jalan Transfer, George Town, 10050 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
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