Hainanese chicken rice is one of the best known Malaysian chicken dishes, with poached chicken, fragrant rice cooked in broth, and sauces that give the plate its edge. The rice carries ginger, garlic and stock all the way through, and the chili sauce brings the heat and sharpness to tie everything together. A good Malaysian […]
Satay is one of those dishes you notice before you even see it. The skewers hit the grill and you get that mix of smoke, caramelized marinade and fat dripping onto the heat. It’s usually served in small batches, straight off the grill, with peanut sauce, cucumber and onion on the side. What makes it […]
Roti canai is one of those things that looks simple until you try to make it. The dough gets stretched so thin it almost disappears, then folded over itself and cooked on a hot griddle until the layers start to separate. Tear it apart while it’s still warm and dip it straight into dhal or […]
Beef rendang is cooked low and slow until the coconut milk reduces and the spices concentrate into a thick coating around the meat. It starts off like a curry, but keeps going until most of the liquid is gone and the flavor deepens. My version focuses on a traditional Malaysian approach, where the paste is […]
Nasi goreng is one of the most recognizable Malaysian fried rice dishes. Cooked rice is stir-fried in a hot wok with aromatics, chili paste and savory sauces until every grain is coated. A fried egg on top is common for more protein and flavor, along with cucumber for freshness and sometimes sambal on the side. […]