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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

Explore the best spots across Penang serving authentic Nasi Lemak

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RESTAURANT GUIDE

96 amazing places to try Nasi Lemak

Paya Terubong Nasi Lemak
★ 3.8

Paya Terubong Nasi Lemak

Address: 200, Jln Paya Terubung, Paya Terubong, 11060 Ayer Itam, Pulau Pinang, 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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1816 Cafe

1816 Cafe

Address: Hilir Pemancar, Taman Tun Sardon, 11700 Gelugor, Pulau Pinang

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Mamak Lane Food Hall

Mamak Lane Food Hall

Address: 657, Jalan Dato Keramat, 10460 George Town, Pulau Pinang

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Sampan Garden

Sampan Garden

Address: 114, Jalan Lebuh Bandar 3/1, Bandar Putra, 09000 Kulim, Kedah, Malaysia

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Hans Cafe & Deli
★ 4

Hans Cafe & Deli

Address: G-05, Jalan Seri Tg Pinang, Seri Tanjung Pinang, 10470 Tanjung Tokong, Penang, Malaysia

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