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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
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Paya Terubong Nasi Lemak

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

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Heritage Recipe House
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Heritage Recipe House

Address: 198, Jalan Transfer, George Town, 10050 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

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Double Thumbs Up Cafe 衞衞食坊 (Zan Zan Cafe)
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Double Thumbs Up Cafe 衞衞食坊 (Zan Zan Cafe)

Address: 52 Ground Floor, Medan Angsana 4, Farlim, 11500 Air Itam, Penang, Malaysia

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TT Morning Breakfast
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TT Morning Breakfast

Address: Jalan Chowrasta, George Town, 10200 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

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Fuhlemak 1st Avenue Mall

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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PANG Hainan Coffee & Nasi Lemak (Morning)
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PANG Hainan Coffee & Nasi Lemak (Morning)

Address: 501 K & L, Jalan Tanjung Bungah, 10470 Tanjung Bungah, Penang, Malaysia

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