While it’s not the most talked-about country in travel circles, there is probably no other place with such an incredible dining as Malaysia. Not to mention the array of mouthwatering array of food choices in the whole region.
If you’ve had the chance to try the best food in Malaysia, then you probably already know what we are talking about. In this simple guide, we take you through some of the top dishes that define Malaysian cuisine. Read on below to find out more!
Char Koay Teow
This kind of fried noodles is typically Malaysian; flat, wide noodles are served together with fried egg, green lettuce, bean sprouts, and seafood. This comprises one of the country’s not-to-miss dishes. It is worth mentioning that it comes in a Chinese and Malay version- the former being drier and the latter heavier on prawn and minced seafood.
Char Koay Teow tends to differ in each region, and different cities offer a slightly different mix of the ingredients, with each one adding local flavor. One of the most delicious and famous of them all is definitely Penang islands, where you can literally find Char Koay Teow anywhere you look for food.
Tandoori Chicken
An imported Indian specialty, this chicken is cooked inside of a traditional tandoori bread oven and is served together with fresh nan bread, onions, and chutney dipping sauce. If you love meat, this is what you will remember Malaysia for the most. The meat gets steamed to perfect and made softer by spreading a reddish spicy sauce layer on the outside.
The more this meat gets cooked, the crunchier it gets on the outside. If you see that the meat’s corners are burnt black, never panic as that is just a symptom of tandoori awesomeness. Again, Tiger beer and a room filled with chatty Indians eating with hands is the best setting to sink your teeth into some tandoori chicken’s sweetness.
Rendang
Contrary to popular belief, this delicious meat dish is not a curry. It is a slow simmered meat dish that is cooked over several days in a flavorful sauce and spices to reduce into a soft, juicy meaty stew. While Beef Rendang is the most common variety of this food of Malaysia, you’ll also find chicken or lamb rendang also. It is worth mentioning that this dish is best reserved for those with a good spice tolerance!
