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What to eat in Shah Alam? Where to eat in Shah Alam? 3 Traditional Foods You Have To Try in Shah Alam

The best traditional dishes in Shah Alam and the best authentic restaurants that make them, recommended by industry professionals.
Last update: Sun Feb 16 2025
3 Traditional Foods You Have To Try in Shah Alam
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Noodle Dish

MALAYSIA and  2 more regions
4.3
Laksa
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Characterized by its rich and spicy broth, this comforting noodle soup is one of the classic dishes found in many Southeast Asian countries. It was developed under the influence of different culinary traditions, which has led to the creation of numerous regional varieties that differ in flavors and ingredients.


Two of the most famous versions are the sour, tamarind-based asam laksa and the creamy curry laksa. Especially favored in Malaysia, Singapore, and Indonesia, laksa is usually prepared and enjoyed at hawker centers as a hearty main course.

MOST ICONIC Laksa

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Noodle Dish

TERENGGANU, Malaysia
4.4
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Traditionally associated with the regions of Kelantan and Terengganu, this flavorful Malaysian soup consists of rolled rice noodles served in a creamy fish broth. The noodles are prepared with a thin rice flour batter that is poured on a flat surface, steamed, and then rolled and sliced into bite-sized pieces.


The broth served alongside the noodles is made with coconut milk and creamy fish paste, and is usually seasoned with ginger, shallots, and garlic. The whole dish is complemented by various vegetables such as sliced cucumbers or green beans and is usually accompanied by spicy sambal. 

MOST ICONIC Laksam

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Rice Dish

KELANTAN, Malaysia
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This flavorful Malaysian dish consists of rice that is steamed in coconut milk and usually served accompanied by spicy fish curry. It is traditionally associated with eastern parts of the country, primarily the regions of Kelantan and Terengganu, along with Southern Thailand.


Depending on the area, nasi dagang can be prepared with husked red rice or the combination of jasmine and glutinous white rice. It is enjoyed as a hearty breakfast that comes served doused in flavor-packed fish curry, and it is usually complemented by pickled vegetables, hard-boiled eggs, toasted coconut, sambal, and fish crackers.

MOST ICONIC Nasi dagang

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