In a food-loving nation like Malaysia, what dishes are most enjoyed? Well, fun-sized juicy Satay is one, and an incredibly satisfying Nasi Goreng is another. And there are three more dishes that make foodpanda's top 5 most popular Malaysian favourites. Scroll through and tuck in!
It is no surprise that the Nasi Lemak, one of the many national dishes of Malaysia, remains a hot favourite in the country. It might sound like a simple meal of rice, sambal, anchovies and egg, but it actually takes quite a bit of time and effort to make this dish perfectly at home. You'll need to recreate the rich and fragrant rice of coconut cream and pandan to preparing its various accompaniments, such as expertly fried salty anchovies, eggs that come crisply fried, or gently boiled, roasted peanuts, sliced cucumbers and richer add-ons such as ayam goreng (fried chicken), rendang and sometimes even sambal sotong (cuttlefish in chilli). Sounds like a workout? Well, if you're struck by a hunger that needs to be quickly satisfied, just order it on foodpanda.
Ayam Goreng is a broad term for the many styles of fried chicken. In Malaysia, you can get an Ayam Goreng Kicap, or Fried Sweet Soy Sauce Chicken (pictured), which pairs perfectly with rice.
Literally translated to “Fried Chicken”, Ayam Goreng is the quintessential fried chicken of Malaysia. Not to be mistaken for American fried chicken which is breaded then fried, Ayam Goreng is cooked by first simmering the chicken with intensely invigorating spices such as hot chilli powder, ginger, sharp garlic, sweet onions, then fried to perfection. The end result is a beautiful golden-brown fried chicken which is incredibly juicy, with crisp bits and a seriously addictive taste. While it is great on its own, we recommend that you have it with steamed white rice so the rice absorbs all these delightful chicken juices! Get a box of it on foodpanda.
If you’re looking for Nasi Goreng, you’ll know to take your time to order just the one. That’s because a menu of Nasi Goreng can easily consist of a dizzying number of styles. There’s the ever-popular Nasi Goreng Ayam, which is fluffy rice stir-fried with juicy chicken bits. Then, there’s Nasi Goreng Cina, that leans towards the Chinese-style fried rice. And there’s even more. A Thai-inspired Nasi Goreng Tom Yum, offers a delicious spicy sour bite, including uplifting lemongrass and all sorts of herby infusions. Another one, Nasi Goreng Kampung is common enough, with crunchy bits of deep fried anchovy pieces in rice. Well, you can really eat Nasi Goreng with just about anything, and in many different ways. What’s bound to be in all of them is an egg, usually a sunny-side one with a jammy centre and crisped fried edges. Find your favourite Nasi Goreng eatery on foodpanda.
Perfect as a snack, starter or main course, Satay is an easy-eating dish that is perfect for anyone! Pieces of juicy meat from popular chicken, to intense mutton– skewered on a stick and, traditionally, grilled over charcoal, paired with a thick sauce where the peanut and an array of spices take centre stage. Not only is it delicious, it is great fun for everyone. To complete the dish, make sure that your order comes with some slices of raw shallots, cucumber and ketupat, which is compressed sticky rice steamed in woven palm leaves. Get a tray of your favourite satays on foodpanda - don't forget to ask for more sauce!
It’s no surprise that Roti Canai is on the list. Afterall, the popularity of this fluffy crisp flatbread makes it the second national dish for Malaysians, as fans would have it. This popular dish is a crowd favourite that is eaten at any time of the day. For breakfast, it is frequently eaten sweet with a touch of condensed milk or slices of banana and for lunch, dinner and supper, most have it with dhal, fish or chicken curry. Are you having it for breakfast, lunch, dinner or supper? Whatever time you want, stay comfortable at home and scroll through foodpanda to get it straight to your door.
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