Message by
Y.B. Dato'Sri Dr. Ng Yen Yen
The Honorable Minister of Tourism Malaysia
Malaysia is a haven for anyone who simply enjoys delicious food. With a population comprising of Malays, Chinese, Indians and many other ethnic groups, Malaysia boasts a wide range of delicious local specialties. Some of these dishes that we are particularly proud of are Nasi Lemak, Laksa and Meat Bone Tea. Just mention these names and tasty reminiscence will be stirred up in those who have the great joy to savour them. Now is the time to share these great delicacies. Through here, you can tell the world which Nasi Lemak, Laksa and Meat Bone Tea are the ones you proclaim to be the best in Malaysia. List the locations where the food can be found and share it so others can relish them too. Appreciate our rich cultures and our delicious local food. When it comes to food, we would like to believe that Malaysia has it all; the best gourmet, restaurant, food court and hawker food. Happy Eating!
Nasi Lemak, Laksa and Meat Bone Tea are among the most famous dishes in Malaysia. These dishes are meticulously prepared through many strict steps in order to achieve the delicious tastes. Some places with the most famous Nasi Lemak, Laksa and Meat Bone Tea have recipes so well guarded in order to maintain their special flavours and to stand out among the rest. We have been relishing these local delicacies for as long as we can remember. We must share the love for food with everyone.
Nasi Lemak
No visitors will leave Malaysia without tasting our very own Nasi Lemak. Hot cooked rice with pandan aroma steamed with coconut cream goes heavenly well with sizzling spicy sauce or 'sambal'. Generous sprinklings of roasted peanuts and salty dried anchovies
with a hard boiled egg perfect this dish. A platter of everything good all wrapped up in banana leaves to further enhance its unique taste. Nasi Lemak is truly a national heritage of Malaysia.
Laksa
Laksa is a famous noodle soup from Peranakan culture with coconut based curry soup filled with rich ingredients such as tofu puffs, fish sticks, shrimps, cockles and others. It is served with a spoonful of chilli paste or 'sambal' and traditionally garnished with Vietnamese coriander, or laksa leaf. There are many varieties of delicious Laksa in Malaysia such as Sarawak Laksa, Johor Laksa, Kelantan Laksa, Penang Laksa and many others. Try out as many as you can. Laksa, Johor Laksa, Kelantan Laksa, Penang Laksa and many others. Try out as many as you can.
Meat Bone Tea
Meat Bone Tea is the direct English translation from the famous Chinese delicacy 'Bak Kut Teh' popularly served in Malaysia. Meaty ribs are simmered in a complex broth of herbs for hours to cultivate the thick flatvours. It is eaten with rice and 'you tiao' (fried long dough) to be dipped into the soup. Nowadays, many alternatives are available with chicken, beef and mutton replacing the original recipe and so all ethnicity can enjoy this exquisite dish. Hence, Meat Bone Tea actually comprises all the variations available today in Malaysia including 'Bak Kut Teh', 'Chik Kut Teh', 'Beef Kut Teh' and 'Lamb Kut Teh'. Meat Bone Tea is an exquisite dish with many alternatives perfectly reflects the unique cultures and ethnic harmony in Malaysia.
