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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
Kafe Dapor Rumah Penang
Address: 88, Bishop St, Georgetown, 10200 George Town, Penang, Malaysia
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Makan Pagi by Fizzy Cafe
Address: 266, Jalan Dr Lim Chwee Leong, George Town, 10100 George Town, Pulau Pinang
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Dataran Matang Street Food
Address: 7127, Lintang Permatang Damar Laut, 11960 Batu Maung, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
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Fuhlemak 1st Avenue Mall
Address: Stall K, Level 4, Food Avenue, 1st Avenue Mall, Jalan Magazine, 10300 George Town, Penang, Malaysia
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