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Nutritional Values

πŸ”₯750kcal
πŸ’ͺ40gProtein
🌾80gCarbs
πŸ₯‘28gFat
🌿6gFibre
βš–οΈ400 gServing

* Per serving · 400 g. May vary.

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Nasi Dagang Langkawi

How to order / say it
Say it Nasi Dagang Langkawi β€” [nah-see dah-gang lang-cow-ee]
Order I'd like to order Nasi Dagang Langkawi, please.
Locally Saya mahu pesan Nasi Dagang Langkawi, sila.
Say locally

Langkawi's take on the popular Malaysian rice dish, known for its unique spices.

Why try it?

Nasi Dagang Langkawi reflects the island's maritime trade history through its use of local spices and ingredients, making it a symbolic dish that connects past and present.

How it tastes

With aromatic rice soaked in coconut milk and spices, the dish is savory with a hint of sweetness. It's typically served with a flavorful fish curry, offering a balanced taste and a fragrant aroma.

Origin & History β€” first documented: 1920

Nasi Dagang Langkawi emerged as a variant of the traditional Nasi Dagang during the early 20th century, shaped by the spices and flavors brought by traders to the island. It's now a beloved breakfast staple in Langkawi.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🌾 250 g red rice
  • πŸ₯› 200 ml coconut milk
  • πŸ§‚ 1 piece galangal
  • πŸ§‚ 1 tsp salt
  • 🐟 200 g tuna
  • πŸ§‚ 1 tsp turmeric
  • 1 sheet banana leaf

Method

  1. 1 Cook rice with coconut milk and salt until soft.
  2. 2 Mix galangal and turmeric into the rice for added fragrance.
  3. 3 Prepare fish curry separately using tuna and spices.
  4. 4 Serve rice wrapped in banana leaf with a side of fish curry.
  5. 5 Garnish with local herbs if desired.

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