No need to eat nasi lemak every morning, says expert (2024)

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No need to eat nasi lemak every morning, says expert? ›

"There is no need to eat nasi lemak every morning, and 'nasi campur' later at noon," he told Sinar Harian. Iqbal said Malaysians need to reduce fast food, greasy with food with high salt content and sugar to reduce diabetes and high blood pressure problems.

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What is the special thing about nasi lemak? ›

Literally meaning “fatty rice” in Malay, nasi lemak's distinctive taste comes from cooking the rice in coconut milk and pandan leaves which gives the dish its rich flavour and fragrant aroma. It is rounded off with spicy sambal – a chilli paste made from dried chilies, garlic, shallots, and belacan (shrimp paste).

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What are the benefits of nasi lemak? ›

It's Healthy

TIME Magazine had described the dish as “supremely delicious”, while stating Nasi Lemak was balanced with manganese, protein and carbs. Furthermore, it was written that the chilli in the sambal helps boost metabolism!

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Why is nasi lemak the best? ›

Nasi lemak is a diverse of flavour profiles coming together. Fragrant rice enriched with coconut milk with knots of pandan leaves gives the rice that rich flavour while the spicy sambal adds a punch to it.

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Why is nasi lemak high in calories? ›

But the amount of fat and carbs in the dish is high – the rice in nasi lemak is full of saturated fat, thanks to its coconut milk base – and it is served with a spicy and sweet sambal, cucumber slices, fried anchovies and peanuts, and a hard-boiled egg, all wrapped in a banana leaf.

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Can I eat nasi lemak everyday? ›

"The ideal diet is three times a day, morning, noon, and night, but that does not mean it has to be heavy meals. "There is no need to eat nasi lemak every morning, and 'nasi campur' later at noon," he told Sinar Harian.

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What are the disadvantages of nasi lemak? ›

Eating nasi lemak on a regular basis will put an additional strain on your cardiovascular system (blood, heart and blood vessels) and cerebrovascular system (blood vessels that transport blood to and from the brain). It can also elevate blood pressure, increasing your vulnerability to conditions such as: Stroke.

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What is the main ingredient in nasi lemak? ›

Nasi lemak is a dish made of rice cooked in coconut milk. Aromatics, such as pandan leaves, bay leaves, lemongrass, ginger, garlic and fenugreek, can be added to it.

What food goes well with nasi lemak? ›

Nasi lemak is served commonly with ikan bilis sambal, sliced cucumber, boiled eggs, fried peanuts and ayam goreng (Malaysian fried chicken). You commonly serve nasi lemak by plating a large portion of the fragrant rice, adding the ikan bilis sambal on top and the other nasi lemak components around the rest of the dish.

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What is lemak in English? ›

Although lemak in the Malay language is a general-purpose word for fat (lemak babi translates to pork lard), in a culinary context the term refers exclusively to the coconut milk creaminess in dishes like nasi lemak and laksa lemak, or Malay and Nyonya kuehs.

What is another name for nasi lemak? ›

In the Palembang and Jambi provinces, it is also a favourite local dish with the name nasi gemuk, since in Palembang Malay, gemuk is a synonym of lemak.

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How long can you keep nasi lemak? ›

How long can I leave the Nasi Lemak out? To ensure the best taste and quality, we recommend that the food be consumed within 3 hours from purchase. Unopened or unused Sambal will remain good for up to 3 days without the need for refrigeration.

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What is the best brand of rice for nasi lemak? ›

Faiza Gold Super Special Local Rice 5%

This premium rice variety is incredibly versatile. This makes it a perfect choice for various dishes including fried rice and nasi lemak. As a result, it has earned its place as one of the most beloved rice brands among Malaysians.

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How many calories are in 1 plate of nasi lemak? ›

Plain Nasi Lemak Calories

Nutrient	Unit	Plate 23cm - [200g]
Energy	kcal	379.54
Protein	g	6.20
Fat	g	6.80
Carbohydrate	g	73.60

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How much cholesterol is in nasi lemak? ›

Nutrition Facts

Nutrient	Value	%DV
Saturated fats	2g	9%
Trans fats	0g
Cholesterol	186mg	62%
Sodium	155mg	7%

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What is the original nasi lemak? ›

Nasi lemak is a dish that is believed to have originated from Malaysia, but it is also popular in Indonesia, Singapore and Brunei. The dish typically consists of rice cooked in coconut milk, served with ikan bilis (fried anchovies), peanuts, cucumber, and sambal chili sauce.

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Why is nasi lemak rice blue? ›

The blue color of the rice comes from the petals of cl*toria ternatea (butterfly-pea) flowers (bunga telang), which are used as a natural food coloring in cooking it.

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What is Malaysia best known for? ›

Malaysia has a multicultural heritage, lush rainforests, and beautiful beaches. It has four UNESCO-designated World Heritage Sites. These include the Lenggong Valley, an archaeological heritage site worth mentioning, George Town and Melaka's beautiful cities, Kinabalu Park, and Gunung Mulu National Park.

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What does lemak mean? ›

Word Origin. From Malay nasi, 'rice', and lemak, 'fat, rich (from coconut milk)'.