Joanna James
The Malaysian state of Penang offers plenty of exhilarating things for travellers to indulge in during their vacation. Be it exploring street art or relaxing on a scenic beach, Penang has almost everything an explorer can dream of! What's more? This vibrant island is home to a host of delicious street food. If you are someone who is a big fan of local Asian food, Penang is a place you must visit! This list talks about five street food you must try during your upcoming visit to Penang. Read on to find out!
A delicious flatbread found exclusively in southeast Asia, Roti Canai is typically made of flour, water, salt, and eggs. When you walk alongst the streets in Penang – especially Goerge Town – Roti Canai would be one of the most popular dishes you can find with ease. Be it breakfast or dinner, this tasty and authentic meal can definitely satisfy you. Serve yourself some Roti Canai coupled with curry, cheese, or sweet sauce; you will enjoy an unforgettable culinary experience!
If you want to sample the best of what Penang has to offer, opt for Char Koay Teow, known as the most iconic and authentic dish in the Penang region. These tasty, "stir-fried rice cake strips" are prepared with flat rice noodles fried with fat and soya sauce, fermented shrimp paste, chili, bean sprouts, eggs, and so much more. So, when you are about to indulge in a dish of Char Koay Teow, you can anticipate a one-of-a-kind experience. If you are staying at Sky Residence Prai, one of the serviced and cosy Seberang Jaya apartments, you can discover eateries serving freshly prepared Char Koay Teow.
Your culinary escapades in Penang won't be complete without eating Nasi Lemak to your heart's content! In case you didn't know, Nasi Lemak is also the national dish of Malaysia. Generally, Nasi Lemak is steamy rice served with spicy sambal, anchovies, peanuts, and cucumber on top of a banana leaf; you can feast your eyes on the flavourful dish before eating it!
How about a satisfying serving of delicious thick noodles glazed with dense sauce? That's Hokkien Mee – a popular street food in Penang – for you! Prepared with noodles in thick soya sauce, Hokkien Mee is served with egg or meat. If you are looking for a warm dish to enjoy on a rainy day, look no further; go to the nearest street food vendor and buy a dish of Hokkien Mee, and enjoy it to the fullest!
If you ever visit Penang, you should make it a point to taste Assam Laksa. One of the most common dishes in the region, Assam Laksa is thick noodles served in a sweet & sour fish broth and topped with fish and vegetables. What's unique about this noodle dish is that it is a combination of multiple flavours, including sweet, sour, and tangy! So, once you finish devouring the dish, you might even ask for more!
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