Carrots, long beans, cabbage, black fungus, bean puffs, and eggplants, with optional additions of salted fish for bold umami flavor.
Indian dried curry powder, fresh red chilies, onions, and Belachan (fermented shrimp paste), creating a flavorful base for the curry.
For a vegetarian version, omit salted fish and enjoy the umami flavor from vegetables and the curry paste. The dish can also be adapted with white bePenang is renowned worldwide for its vibrant street food scene, where hawker stalls and small eateries serve some of the best local delicacies.
Penang’s street food is not only famous for its flavours but also its history and cultural fusion. Many of these dishes reflect the mix of Malay, Chinese, Indian, and Nyonya influences that are deeply rooted in Penang’s food culture.
I listed some popular street food, my guest loves to learn while in Penang plus some explanation about the food you are about to learn or eat. Believe you me, we have lots but these are “tops not to miss” street food in Penang. Some are hard to find but still they are so popular and it amazes me my guest knows how to request for it.
With Penang’s diverse culinary culture, vegan options are widely available and growing in popularity.
ans for extra texture, as seen in Indian variations.
