Discover Curry Mee Laksa – Malaysia’s Finest

Today we are looking at one of my all time favorite Hawker dishes, the Curry Mee Laksa! I love this dish! The spice, creamy coconut broth, the tender shrimp, tofu puffs filled with spicy goodness, fish ball slices and topped with boiled egg and sambal! Hungry yet? You will be! Across Malaysia, and neighboring countries, the laksa is adored. There are literally hundreds of variations being served at roadside hawker stands, in homes and in the finest of restaurants. I think it is because of its versatility that the Curry Mee Laksa is so loved. You can add almost anything … Read more

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baba nyonya / hawker / hawker style / Malay / noodles / sambal / spicy / vermicelli

How To Make Indonesian Sambal Tomat – The Best Balinese Sambal Recipe.

Indonesian cuisine is known for its vibrant and diverse flavors, and one of its most beloved condiments is the sambals. In this post we provide you with the very best of the best – the sambal tomat recipe. Sambal is a spicy chili-based sauce that adds a fiery kick to any dish. It is a staple in Indonesian households, and its popularity has spread far beyond the archipelago. In this article, we will delve into the rich history of Indonesian sambal, focusing on the spicy condiments from the archipelago and offer what we think is number one, hailing from Bali. … Read more

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chili / hawker / hawker style / recipe / sambal / spicy

Malaysian Char Kway Teow (Stir Fried Flat Noodles)

A Delicious Hawker Delight – Malaysian Char Kway Teow Malaysian Char Kway Teow is derived from the Hokkien term ‘Char’ meaning ‘fried’.  ‘Kway teow’ refers to the ‘flat rice noodles’, which is the main ingredient. Noodles are stir-fried with light and dark soy sauce over very high heat.  Add to this chili, prawns, fresh cockles, bean sprouts, chinese chives, garlic, poached chicken and eggs. The Char kway teow has many variations.  Within the Chinese community it is often stir-fried in pork fat with the addition of crisp croutons of pork skin.  To accentuate the taste slices of chinese sausage and … Read more

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chili / egg / fish sauce / fried / garlic / hawker / malaysia / noodles / penang / recipe / sambal / soy / soy sauce / spicy / stir fry

Malaysian Nasi Lemak (Authentic Breakfast Recipe)

Rice cooked with coconut milk and Sambal chili on the side with crispy fried anchovies, roasted red skinned peanuts and boiled egg halves.  It is the breakfast of kings and the most delicious of dishes – The beloved Malaysian Nasi Lemak. All Malaysians, tourists and Expats who have the luck to call Malaysia home adore this delicious and nutritious meal.  It also has a history which is nearly as humble as its simple ingredients. Malaysian Nasi Lemak Table Of Contents A Brief History Of Malaysian Nasi Lemak. Steamed Santan Rice Spicy And Sweet Sambal Fried Ikan Bilis, Peanuts, Cucumber and … Read more

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breakfast / coconut / hawker / ikan bilis / Malay / nasi lemak / pandan / peanut / rice / sambal / snack / spicy / street food / tamarind

Penang White Curry Mee – Your Ultimate Taste Sensation

Penang White Curry Mee Penang White Curry Mee comes, unsurprisingly from the region of Penang. Long hailed as a foodie paradise Penang is the birthplace of so many delicious dishes and hawker favourites. This dish is one of these hawker stall must-haves. A bubbling broth, that has been simmering for hours with the shells and heads of prawn (don’t judge – it’s delicious) and then with fresh coconut mild added just before serving it’s ladled over noodles, beansprouts and prawn tails. Finally at the very last moment a large dollop of freshly ground spice paste is added to the hot … Read more

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curry mee / hawker / noodles / penang / spicy / white curry

Best Fried Bee Hoon Recipe (1 Of The Top Malaysian Breakfasts)

Malaysian Fried Bee Hoon is a truly divine and flavorful meal option. Most often served for breakfast it’s actually also perfect for those times when the kids, or you, are ravenous and need something great to eat! Our Fried Bee Hoon Recipe is ready in a matter of minutes! A simple yet perfectly balanced combination of rice vermicelli with select vegetables and meat. Be prepared for this spicy flavoured platter to be devoured quicker than you prepared it. Best of all, and of course this is dependent upon your choice of meats, it is a great healthy meal option. Packed … Read more

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Amazing Dry Mee Siam Malaysian Style – Done In Only 20 Mins

Malaysian Style Dry Mee Siam is a popular hawker dish in Malaysia which combines influences from Malay, Chinese, and Indian cuisines. While its exact origins are unclear, it is believed to have originated from the Malay community in Singapore and Malaysia. The History of Dry Mee Siam Mee Siam, which translates to “Siamese noodles,” actually has its roots in Thai cuisine. It is said to have been brought to the region by Thai immigrants, and over time, it underwent various adaptations and became an integral part of the local food culture. The dish typically consists of rice vermicelli noodles stir-fried … Read more

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fried / fried mee / hawker style / Malaysian / noodles / spicy / street food / vermicelli

Hawker Style Mee Rebus

Mee Rebus is a fantastic dish that can be found across Malaysia. It is made with egg noodles covered in gravy that is thickened with potatoes, and is sweet, spicy and slight sourness. The dish can be garnished with your preferred choices, such as limes, chilis, bean sprouts and hardboiled egg. The exact origins are unclear, however most people believe it was probably created in the northern states of Malaysia and then travelled south with the Indian traders. Because of this there are many variations of Mee Rebus in Malaysia and other countries in the South East Asia region. It historically was … Read more

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egg / hawker / malaysia / noodles / shrimp paste / spicy

Thai Holy Basil Chicken – Make Authentic Pad Kra Pao Gai

Thai Holy Basil Chicken (Pad Kra Pao Gai, also known as Gai Pad Krapow) is a Thai Hawker Stall / Street food. A well known favorite, the dish has gained immense popularity, not just in Thailand,but around the world. Bite sized diced chicken (often ground chicken) is stir fried with a delicious sweet salty sauce.  Then toss the Thai Holy Basil into the wok at the very last minute. It is this addition of Holy Basil which infuses the dish with an unmistakable aroma. Enjoy the Thai Holy Basil Chicken with a bowl of steamed jasmine rice.  In addition a runny yolked fried … Read more

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chili / egg / garlic / rice / soy / soy sauce / spicy / stir fry / thai