All this talk about 1 Malaysia in recent times has got me thinking, if there was a Malaysian food that could embody the 1 Malaysia spirit, what could it be? Then the answer came to me – rojak! The term ‘rojak,’ in the Malay language, is a colloquial expression for ‘an eclectic mix,’ which aptly sums... - Continue Reading...
By: Adline A. Ghani I don’t know what it is about nasi ayam or chicken rice, but I’ve always had nothing but fond memories of it. When I try to draw up the memories, however, it’s a total blank, but my psyche tells me that the fond memories are indeed there. I often attribute this phenomenon to my u... - Continue Reading...
By: Adline A. Ghani When I was little, I had convinced myself that the popular Malaysian food item, otak-otak, is made of brains, as ‘otak,’ in Malay, literally means ‘brain.’ I mean, with a name like that and the squishy texture, what else was a little girl supposed to think? The thought of it b... - Continue Reading...
By: Adline A. Ghani One of the most popular types of Malaysian food is laksa, a noodle dish served in a rich, flavourful gravy or soup. Originally a Peranakan dish, it has become a favourite amongst all Malaysian food lovers because it’s an all-in-one food that’s simply mouth-wateringly delicious! ... - Continue Reading...
By: Adline A. Ghani Mention Malaysian food or Malaysian breakfast and you’re bound to hear someone quip ‘nasi lemak’. Consisting of rice cooked to fragrant perfection in coconut milk and served with a host of savoury condiments, this is a dish that most Malaysians would miss when they’re overseas, a... - Continue Reading...
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