What to eat in Malaysia? Try these vegetarian foods
Malaysia is known for its delicious food and diverse cuisine that suits everyone's palate. And if you are a vegetarian, you can relish a host of offerings that will make your vacation more flavorsome. Don't believe us? Well, on your visit to this gorgeous nation, make sure you include the following five dishes on your 'must-eat' list.
Vegetarian mee goreng
A traditional Malaysian staple dish, mee goreng means "fried noodles" and is packed with nutrition and flavor. It is made using stir-fried noodles and a variety of vegetables like spring onions, potatoes, bean sprouts, white cabbage, garlic, etc. The dish is cooked in a sauce that is a combination of ketchup, soy sauce, and sweet chili sauce. It's sweet and tangy in equal measure.
Apam balik
Apam balik is a popular snack/dessert for locals in Malaysia. It is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside as it is stuffed with a filling. It tastes sweet and is made using baking powder or baking soda, sweet corn, roasted peanuts, and butter sugar. Once the batter iss ready, it is poured on a hot griddle and cooked until crispy.
Pulut panggang
This offering is made using rice and coconut and has been around for more than a century in Malaysia. The mixture is then wrapped in banana leaves and is later grilled on an open flame until it becomes smoky and aromatic. Owing to its popularity, you will find this dish quite easily in every nook and cranny of the country.
Malaysian curry laksa
Malaysian curry laksa is a soup that is made using a plethora of authentic spices and herbs from the country. It features ingredients like lemongrass, coconut milk, cream, oil, and noodles, along with various ground spices. Some classic toppings include tofu puffs, beans, eggplants, fried bean curd sticks, and mung bean sprouts, among many others, so you can choose from a variety of versions.
Mee rebus
Mee rebus, which is translated to "boiled noodles," is another vegetarian dish that you should savor when in Malaysia. The noodles are cooked with sweet potatoes, peanuts, and a variety of spices, which makes them sweet and tangy at the same time. Typically, you will find it with toppings like crispy fried onions, bean sprouts, or fried tofu.
