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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
Dataran Matang Street Food
Address: 7127, Lintang Permatang Damar Laut, 11960 Batu Maung, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
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Mamak Teh Tarik Nasi Lemak
Address: 132, Kampung Jawa Baru, 10150 George Town, Pulau Pinang
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Olive Tree Hotel Penang
Address: 76, Jalan Mahsuri, Bandar Sunway Tunas, 11950 Bayan Lepas, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
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Bread Lover Bakery
Address: 23, Kompleks Desaran Tanjung, Jalan Desiran Tanjung 3, 10470 Tanjung Tokong, Penang, Malaysia
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Komtar Coffee House
Address: 182, Lebuh Lintang, George Town, 10100 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
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