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Satay
Satay
Grilled meat on sticks, served with a yummy peanut sauce.
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Food of Malaysia
Malaysia is a country known for its diverse culture, which is also reflected in its food. Each dish tells a story of the many communities that live in Malaysia, including Malay, Chinese, Indian, and Indigenous peoples. The food is often full of spices and flavor, making it a delicious adventure for everyone.
Featured Dishes
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Roti Canai
Roti Canai
A flaky flatbread that's great with curry.
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Meal Culture
In Malaysia, people love to eat together. Meals are a time to share stories and enjoy each other's company. Food is also a big part of festivals and celebrations.
Eating Etiquette
It's polite to use your right hand for eating or use a fork and spoon. It's nice to offer food to someone else before serving yourself.
When People Eat It
Nasi Lemak
Often eaten: Breakfast or anytime during the day
Known for: Whole of Malaysia
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Satay
Often eaten: Dinner or during festivals
Known for: Whole of Malaysia
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Roti Canai
Often eaten: Breakfast or snack time
Known for: Peninsular Malaysia
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Make It Yourself
Nasi Lemak
Nasi Lemak
Ingredients
π Riceπ₯₯ Coconut Milkπ Anchoviesπ₯ Eggπ₯ Peanuts
How to Make It
- 1Cook the rice with coconut milk and pandan leaves.
- 2Fry the anchovies until they're crunchy.
- 3Blend and cook chilies with spices for the sambal.
- 4Serve everything with boiled egg and peanuts.
Satay
Satay
Ingredients
π Chickenπ₯ PeanutsπΆοΈ Spices
How to Make It
- 1Marinate the meat in tasty spices.
- 2Put the meat onto sticks.
- 3Grill the meat until it's cooked.
- 4Dip it in peanut sauce and enjoy!
Roti Canai
Roti Canai
Ingredients
πΎ Flourπ§ Gheeπ₯ Egg
How to Make It
- 1Mix flour, ghee, and egg into dough.
- 2Roll the dough out flat.
- 3Cook on a hot pan until it's crispy.
- 4Eat it with yummy curry sauce.
Vocabulary
Did you know that just like how tacos in Mexico can be filled with different things, Malaysian roti can be filled with eggs, bananas, or even sugar and condensed milk?
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