Nasi lemak (Jawi: ناسي لمق) is a fragrant rice dish cooked in coconut milk and “pandan” leaf commonly found in Malaysia, where it is considered the national dish. It also popular in neighbouring countries such as Brunei; Singapore; Riau Islands; and Southern Thailand. Nasi Lemak have been seen to the Southern Philippines prepared by Filipino Muslims, it is considered as one of the famous for malay-type breakfast. It is not to be confused with nasi dagang sold in the Malaysian east coast states of Terengganu and Kelantan although both dishes can usually be found sold side by side for breakfast. However, because of the nasi lemak’s versatility in being able to be served in a variety of manners, it is now served and eaten any time of the day.
