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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

96 amazing places to try Nasi Lemak

Around The World Café and Restaurant / Asian Western Fusion Food

Around The World Café and Restaurant / Asian Western Fusion Food

Address: 1E, Jalan Sungai Kelian, 11200 Tanjung Bungah, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

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Bread Lover Bakery
★ 5

Bread Lover Bakery

Address: 23, Kompleks Desaran Tanjung, Jalan Desiran Tanjung 3, 10470 Tanjung Tokong, Penang, Malaysia

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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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Suhailee Enterprise
★ 4.1

Suhailee Enterprise

Address: Jln Macalister, George Town, 11400 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

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APOM street food
★ 5

APOM street food

Address: Penang, George Town, Georgetown, Lebuh Carnarvon, 10200 :, Malaysia

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Plant A Seed Vegan - Bayan Lepas

Plant A Seed Vegan - Bayan Lepas

Address: 72-1-29, Jalan Mahsuri, Arena Curve, 11950 Bayan Lepas, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

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