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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.

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

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RESTAURANT GUIDE

96 amazing places to try Nasi Lemak

Auntie May Nyonya Kopitiam

Auntie May Nyonya Kopitiam

Address: No.1-1-10, Elit Avenue, Lintang Mayang Pasir 3, Elite Height, 11950 Bayan Lepas, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

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Nagore's Kitchen
★ 4.4

Nagore's Kitchen

Address: 10, Jalan Kedah, George Town, 10050 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

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The Hillside Cafe© Bar & Restaurant

The Hillside Cafe© Bar & Restaurant

Address: 3, Jalan Sungai Kelian Tanjung Bungah, 11200 George Town, Pulau Pinang, 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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Artroom Café

Artroom Café

Address: No. 216, Penang Road, Pulau Pinang, 10000 George Town, Malaysia

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Morning Light Kitchen
★ 5

Morning Light Kitchen

Address: 2, Jalan Birch, Off, Persiaran Gurney, 10250 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

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