Simple Malaysian Nasi Lemak Recipe for Beginners
Nasi Lemak is Malaysia’s most iconic dish, loved for its fragrant coconut rice, spicy sambal, and classic side dishes. With Ready-to-Eat Sambal, you can enjoy authentic nasi lemak at home without the hassle of cooking sambal from scratch.
This easy nasi lemak recipe is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner—and ideal for busy home cooks.
Ingredients
Coconut Rice
- 2 cups rice, washed and drained
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 cup water
- 1 pandan leaf, tied into a knot
- ½ tsp salt
Sambal
Side Dishes
- Fried anchovies (ikan bilis)
- Roasted peanuts
- Hard-boiled eggs, halved
- Cucumber slices
How to Make Nasi Lemak (Using Ready-to-Eat Sambal)
1️⃣ Cook the Coconut Rice
- Add rice, coconut milk, water, pandan leaf, and salt into a rice cooker.
- Cook as usual until the rice is fragrant and fluffy.
- Fluff gently and keep warm.
2️⃣ Prepare the Sambal
- Simply heat Ready-to-Eat Sambal in a small pan or microwave until warm.
3️⃣ Assemble the Nasi Lemak
- Place coconut rice on a plate.
- Add a generous spoon of warm sambal.
- Serve with anchovies, peanuts, egg, and cucumber.
Serving Suggestions
- Add fried chicken, sambal squid, rendang, or curry for a complete meal
- Enjoy with hot tea or coffee
- Perfect for breakfast sets or meal prep
Tips for Perfect Nasi Lemak
- Use good-quality coconut milk for richer flavour
- Warm the sambal before serving to enhance aroma
- Balance spicy sambal with fresh cucumber
Why Use Ready-to-Eat Sambal
Using Ready-to-Eat Sambal saves time while delivering consistent, authentic Malaysian flavour. No long cooking time—just heat, serve, and enjoy real nasi lemak anytime.
✨ Classic Malaysian comfort, made easy.
Enjoy authentic nasi lemak at home with fragrant rice and delicious ready-to-eat sambal.