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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

Achik Ikan Bakar

Achik Ikan Bakar

Address: 2099, Jalan Rozhan, Taman Impian Ria, 14000 Bukit Mertajam, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

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Food Town Cafe
★ 3.2

Food Town Cafe

Address: First Floor, 2-1-18, Persiaran Halia 3, 11200 Tanjung Bungah, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

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Kopitan Classic Alma

Kopitan Classic Alma

Address: 1, Medan Seri Impian 1, Pusat Perniagaan Seri Impian, 14000 Bukit Mertajam, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

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Komtar Coffee House
★ 3.4

Komtar Coffee House

Address: 182, Lebuh Lintang, George Town, 10100 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

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Nasi Lemak Ciksue
★ 4.5

Nasi Lemak Ciksue

Address: 195, Jalan Dato Keramat, 10150 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

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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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