malaysian Recipes
66 delicious malaysian recipes from around the world
Kaya Toast
A beloved Malaysian breakfast staple, Kaya Toast features slices of toasted bread generously spread with a sweet and fragrant coconut egg jam (kaya), often accompanied by butter and soft-boiled eggs.
Kerabu Mangga (Spicy Green Mango Salad)
A vibrant and refreshing Malaysian salad featuring shredded unripe mango, tossed with a spicy, tangy, and savory dressing. This dish is a perfect balance of sweet, sour, and spicy, with a delightful crunch.
Ketupat
Ketupat are iconic diamond-shaped rice cakes, traditionally woven from palm leaves and served during Hari Raya. They are a staple accompaniment to rich curries and satay.
Koay Teow Th'ng (Malaysian Clear Soup Noodles)
A comforting and light Penang-style clear soup noodle dish featuring flat rice noodles, tender braised duck, fish balls, and fresh bean sprouts in a rich, aromatic pork and duck broth.
Kuih Ketayap (Pandan Coconut Rolls)
Delicate, emerald-green pandan crepes encasing a sweet, caramelized coconut filling. These delightful rolls are a popular Malaysian sweet treat, perfect for any occasion.
Kuih Lapis (Malaysian Layered Cake)
A vibrant and visually appealing steamed layered cake, perfect as a delightful tea-time treat. This recipe guides you through creating beautiful, distinct layers of color and flavor.
Kuih Seri Muka
A beloved two-layer Malaysian sweet treat featuring a base of steamed glutinous rice topped with a rich, vibrant pandan-infused coconut custard.
Kuih Talam (Two-Layer Pandan and Coconut Cake)
A beloved Malaysian tea-time treat, Kuih Talam features two distinct layers: a fragrant green pandan base and a creamy white coconut topping, both with a delightfully soft and slightly chewy texture.
Laksa Johor
A unique and regal laksa from Johor, traditionally served with spaghetti instead of rice noodles. The rich, savory gravy is infused with aromatic spices and the delicate flavor of mackerel.
Laksa Lemak (Nyonya Coconut Curry Noodles)
A rich and aromatic Nyonya-style coconut curry noodle soup, featuring a fragrant broth simmered with laksa paste, coconut milk, and chicken stock. It's generously topped with tender chicken, succulent shrimp, absorbent tofu puffs, fresh bean sprouts, and the distinct herbaceous aroma of laksa leaf. A beloved dish with regional variations hotly debated.
Lemang
Lemang is a traditional Malay dish of glutinous rice cooked in bamboo tubes, essential for celebrations like Hari Raya Aidilfitri. The rice is infused with the smoky aroma of the bamboo and the rich flavor of coconut milk.
Lok Lok (Malaysian Skewered Street Food)
Lok Lok is a popular Malaysian street food where various ingredients are skewered and then cooked by boiling in a flavorful broth or deep-frying. It's a highly customizable and interactive dining experience, perfect for sharing.
Lontong
A popular Malaysian dish featuring compressed rice cakes (lontong) served in a rich and flavorful vegetable curry (sayur lodeh). This dish is often enjoyed during festive occasions like Hari Raya.
Malaysian Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce
Tender, marinated chicken skewers grilled to perfection and served with a rich, savory peanut sauce. A beloved Malaysian street food classic.
Malaysian Curry Laksa
A rich and fragrant Malaysian noodle soup featuring a spicy coconut curry broth, tender noodles, succulent prawns, and fried tofu puffs, finished with fresh bean sprouts and mint. This recipe focuses on the popular curry laksa variant.
Malaysian Hokkien Mee (KL Style)
A rich and savory KL-style Hokkien Mee featuring thick yellow noodles and vermicelli braised in a dark, flavorful soy sauce base with tender pork belly and succulent prawns.
Malaysian Wantan Mee (Dry Style)
A beloved Malaysian noodle dish featuring springy egg noodles tossed in a savory sauce, topped with succulent char siu (BBQ pork) and flavorful wontons. This recipe focuses on the popular dry style, but can be adapted for soup.
Masak Lemak Cili Api
A rich and creamy coconut milk-based curry from Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia, featuring the fiery heat of bird's eye chilies and aromatic spices. This dish is traditionally made with chicken or fish.
Mee Goreng Mamak
A popular Malaysian Indian stir-fried noodle dish, featuring springy yellow noodles tossed with savory and sweet elements, tender tofu, soft potato, and scrambled egg, finished with a bright squeeze of lime.
Mee Rebus (Malaysian Noodle Soup)
A comforting and flavorful Malaysian noodle dish featuring springy yellow noodles bathed in a rich, savory, and slightly sweet gravy, thickened naturally with sweet potato and infused with the umami of dried shrimp and tender beef. Garnished with a variety of fresh and fried toppings, it's a delightful balance of textures and tastes.
Murtabak (Malaysian Stuffed Pancake)
A savory Malaysian stuffed pancake, traditionally made by Indian Muslims, featuring a flavorful meat and egg filling encased in a thin, crispy dough. Served with a side of curry sauce for dipping.
Nasi Ayam (Malaysian Chicken Rice)
A beloved Malaysian comfort food, Nasi Ayam is a Hainanese-influenced dish featuring succulent poached chicken served with fragrant rice cooked in chicken broth and fat, accompanied by a trio of flavorful sauces. This recipe focuses on the classic poached chicken method.
Nasi Dagang
Nasi Dagang, meaning 'trader's rice', is a fragrant and flavorful rice dish traditionally enjoyed as a breakfast staple on the east coast of Malaysia, particularly in Terengganu. It features a unique blend of red and glutinous rice steamed in rich coconut milk, served with a spicy and creamy fish curry (Gulai Ikan Tongkol) and accompanied by pickled vegetables (acar).
Nasi Goreng Kampung (Village-Style Fried Rice)
A classic Malaysian village-style fried rice, characterized by its savory depth from dried anchovies (ikan bilis) and pungent shrimp paste (belacan), balanced with fresh kangkung (water spinach) and a fried egg. This version is quick, flavorful, and deeply satisfying.