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Imagine spaghetti with beef masak lemak, this is exactly it. Masak lemak basically is spicy turmeric coconut milk stew, and to have it with beef is something I actually enjoy. While I like to have it with steamed rice usually, I found it to be a weird combination to have it with spaghetti. I believe I will just stick to the usual rice combination and skip the spaghetti altogether in the future. That aside, the stew was nice on its own and the beef was tender too.

Nothing fancy in this restaurant except for good & yummy ikan bakar! Price is really reasonable..

This hawker in Selera Wawasan promises painstakingly cooked Malay food with heart, enjoyed amongst neighbours and friends in the communal food court setting. Our love for Cik Mek Molek runs deep, and a big part of that is credited to their Nasi Kerabu (RM7), a colourful dish done exceedingly well. It is heavy on greens — eight types, to be exact — and sports a single fried fish to boot. Those who avoid the rice dish out of apprehension for budu (a pungent Kelantanese sauce made of fermented fish) can turn to this version. Aside from a side saucer of budu, it comes also with rendang gravy and sambal. Early risers should go for their morning Nasi Lemak Special (RM4.50), a homey passed down recipe that's intuitively simple but delicious all the same. On noodles, Johor-born chef Kadri dishes out an excellent Laksa Johor (RM7) that sees thin spaghetti noodles in a curry-like gravy. If you're here on a Monday, try their Laksam (RM7), the Kelantanese dish of rice rolls in pleasantly pulpy fish broth. Since everything is made in small batches, arriving early gives you a better shot at getting your desired dish.
Avg price per person: RM10
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Amidst industrial stores and car workshops, this low-key Malay restaurant offers fiery grilled fish in the neighbourhood. The setup is simple, clean and fits the bill for a work lunch with two to three colleagues. Ordering is largely a verbal affair, which involves asking the server for a list of grilled goods available. Alternatively, just ask him what's "Top!" and he'll point you to the Nasi Ikan Pari Bakar (RM14). It yields a rather hefty piece of stingray, grilled to nice char and then, slicked in a hot and spicy sauce. Coming in second is the smaller Keli Bakar (from RM8) in the same glaze, sometimes preferred for its softer flesh. All grilled fish meals come with white rice, curry gravy and plenty of sambal — a sheer combination of delicious heat! There is also an option to add Ulam (chopped greens, RM4), which we highly recommend to help freshen up the otherwise hot, hot dish. For something extra to share, get your hands on a bowl of Kerang Bakar (RM6) that adds fun, addictive pops of flavour.
Avg price per person: RM15

Weekends in KL aren't complete without this local fix of Nasi Lemak

If you ask me what is my favourite Malaysian breakfast, it has to be Nasi Lemak, hands down. From the packet ones to the posh upmarket ones, it's an all time Malaysian fav, you can eat it all times of the day. I like the cheaper versions and I believe packing it home tastes better. The banana leaf that comes lining the brown paper somehow further "Kukus" or steams the steaming hot rice and adds on to the fragrance #nasilemak #nasilemakbotak #ayamgorengrempah #sotongsambal #localfare #warung #myigers #myig #malaysia #burpple #bscc_localmy

Nestled in nondescript Selera Wawasan in SS3, hidden gem Cik Mek Molek excels at a variety of Malay eats. Bring a close friend for conversations over local delights at this cosy spot. Chef Kadri hails from Johor, but has dabbled in learning Kelantanese recipes so you will see a balance of both cuisines on the menu. It's no surprise that the Laksa Johor (RM7) is a winner. Redolent of its fragrant fish base, the runny broth and slippery spaghetti makes a tasty, harmonious duo. From the East Coast, Monday special Laksam (RM7) is a rice roll dish not easily found in these parts of KL. It is painstaking to make, and the unique, piquant dish is a must-order if you're here on Mondays. Selling out by 1pm daily, the crowd-favourite is none other than a bright, blue Nasi Kerabu (RM7) — come early for this. Eight types of chopped ulam (fresh greens) are used to supplement the fragrant rice, along with salted egg, pungent budu sauce and fish crackers. This mouth-watering version also features saucers of rendang gravy and spicy sambal to suit local likings.
Avg price per person: RM10

A very positive first experience with Kelantanese Laksam. The creamy fish broth was abundant with fish pulp that provided an interesting texture while fresh greens were a delight, along with the chunks of handmade rice rolls - reminiscent of chee cheong fun, but softer and thicker!

When in a shopping mall an you crave for Nasi Lemak, look for this place at Paradigm mall.

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