Pahang, the largest state of Peninsular Malaysia boasts of a multi-ethnic and multi-cultural society. Food of Pahang bears testimony to the multiculturalism of the state. Infact if you are a gourmet then Pahang is the ideal place for you. The most popular cuisines of Pahang are Malay, Chinese and Indian. European food and American food are also very popular in the region and there are many
fast food outlets in shopping complexes and popular tourist spots that sells American and European foods.
Malay food is very popular in the region. Malay food is spicy with a hint of sweetness. Herbs like as lemon grass, pandan leaves and wild ginger bus are common ingredients of Malay dishes. Satay is a popular Malay dish in the state
The dish comprises of pieces of marinated meat which is cooked on an open flame with the help of palm leaf sticks. The dish is consumed with a highly spiced peanut sauce, cucumber, onions and ketupat or rice boiled in palm leaf cases.
The dish is extremely popular and it can be easily designated as the kebab of Malaysia. Rice also popular with the Malays and there are many Malay dishes that incorporate rice. Nasi Lemak is one such dish that is prepared by cooking rice with coconut milk and eaten with a piquant anchovy sauce, hard-boiled egg, peanuts and cucumber slices.
Chinese dishes are also very popular in the state and there are many restaurants in Pahang that offer lip smacking Chinese delicacies. Chinese cuisine includes numerous variations of rice and noodles and frequently incorporates meats such as venison, frogs, shark fins, and snails and occasionally lizards are also used in Chinese recipes. Dim sum is a popular Chinese dish available in the region.
Since a large number of Indians reside in the state therefore Indian food is easily available in Pahang. Coriander, turmeric, cumin and curry are common ingredients of Indian dishes and ghee, yoghurt and chili are also used frequently. Indian food can be best described as elaborate, fragrant and hot. Both North Indian and South Indian food are available in the region. Nasi Biriyani is a popular North Indian dish in the state.
Seafood is a specialty in the state and one popular dish that you can avail in the region is Ikan baker or grilled fish. Pahang is also home to a large number of luscious fruits. Varieties of fruits are available in the state like Rambutan, ciku, mango, watermelon, guava, mangosteen, papaya, pineapple and starfruit.
Besides these, there are a number of roadside stalls in the state from where you can avail delicious and sumptuous food items.
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