Kuala Lumpur Cuisine

Malaysian Cuisine

Malaysian cuisine is highly complex and diverse. There is many ingredients used such as belacan ( prawn sauce), coconut (milk, water, oil), soy sauce, herbs, and many more. 

When travelling to Kuala Lumpur, there are a multiple dishes that the locals love thus essential for travellers to try.

Nasi Lemak 

This is the national dish of Malaysia. It is a mixture of rice (cooked and streamed in coconut milk and pandan leaves), sliced cucumbers, roasted nuts, hard boiled egg, dried anchovies, sambal (spicy sauce - mixture of chilli, spices and pepper) with the choice of chicken (mostly) or beef. 

Laksa

A Malay dish which consist of rice noodles with chicken, prawn or fish, served in spicy soup: either based on rich and spicy curry coconut milk.

There are many types of Laksa such as

• curry
• asam 
• combination

Hokkien Mee

With ingredients such as pork, squid, fish cake etc, cabbage, and Chinese style fried yellows braised in dark soy sauce. This is another must try dish that is found commonly on the streets of Kuala Lumpur.

Satays

Very popular in Malaysia and around Kuala Lumpur, with options of pork, chicken and beef. The peanut sauce is a must try with the satays. Also served with onions and cucumbers. 

Roti Canai

A Malay version of an indian classic. Often served with mild curry. The roti is a paper thin flat bread that is very elastic. It is an enjoyable and light meal to have. 

Teh Tarik ( hot milk tea)

This is a hot milk tea beverage. It is a strongly brewed tea that is sweeten with condensed milk and is prepared by pouring tea from one jug to another before serving which gives a consistent and thick froth.

Durian

Known to be the "king of fruits" in south east asian countries. Durian is grown throughout Malaysia and is a popular fruit. It has a unique flavour that is creamy however the strong odour that can be off putting for some individuals.