When people think of Malaysian cuisine, nasi lemak and laksa often spring to mind. Yet one of the country’s most beloved dishes is actually Hainanese chicken rice! Originating in China’s Hainan province, the recipe was brought to Malaysia by Chinese immigrants during British rule. It can be found on menus throughout Malaysia, from street food…
Beef noodle stalls, stands or shops are not common in Malaysia, but what you do find, particularly in Kuala Lumpur’s Chinatown, are popular with both locals and tourists. The dish is comparable with other beef noodle dishes from Southeast and East Asia, with similarities to Vietnamese pho, Lanzhou beef noodles, and Taiwanese beef noodles. Hakka…
Curry laksa is one of the best-known Malaysian laksas, at least to someone from outside Malaysia! The origin of the name laksa is unclear, although it’s thought to be derived from the Hindi or Persian “lakhska,” referring to the type of vermicelli. Others speculate the name comes from the Sanskrit word “laksha,” meaning “many”, a…
If you’re looking for a flavoursome dish that’s sure to tantalise your taste buds, the famous chee cheong fun of Penang certainly fits the brief. This steamed rice roll represents Malaysia’s diverse culture: a traditional Chinese dish that has become popular throughout its adopted country. A typical serving of chee cheong fun includes a generous…
Petaling Street and the surroundings of inner Kuala Lumpur are home to this noodle dish. The name KL Hokkien mee gives away its origin, as most Hokkien immigrants in Malaysia come from the Fujian region of China. If you’re in Penang, Singapore or Kuala Lumpur, this is a go-to lunchtime meal. It follows a simple…
Kedah is known as the rice bowl of Malaysia, but what sort of street food can you find there? Find out through our virtual tour of Kedah’s food offerings in this episode of Street Food Journeys: Malaysia.
Masters of Malaysian Cuisine is back with a new series, Gong Xi Kongsi, to celebrate Chinese New Year recipes through virtual Live cooking demonstrations. Find out who’s joined our line-up and what you can expect over the next six weeks.
