Kelantanese Cuisine
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Just like its histories and cultural heritage, Kelantanese cuisine is richly diverse. Kelantan is well known for its unique dishes. The state is a home or a treasure house for some of the best food found in Malaysia. Nasi dagang, nasi kerabu, nasi berlauk, laksam, ayam percik, daging bakar, lompat tikam and akok are among the popular dishes from Kelantan. Now I will list down some famous dishes and the most visited locations.
Nasi Kerabu
Nasi kerabu is the most famous Kelantanese dish which is extremely healthy and for sure it is unique. It is a type of native food in Kelantan which is a famous blue rice that you must try if you come Kelantan. Basically, there are several types of nasi kerabu and for sure the blue rice is the most common. The rice is served with various types of vegetables and herbs such as onion, cucumber, bean sprout, torch ginger flower and many more. Then they are mixed with main ingredients such as fish meat, fried coconut called kerisik, fish crackers and for sure "budu" which is the main seasoning made from fish sauce.
Nasi Kerabu
Nasi kerabu is the most famous Kelantanese dish which is extremely healthy and for sure it is unique. It is a type of native food in Kelantan which is a famous blue rice that you must try if you come Kelantan. Basically, there are several types of nasi kerabu and for sure the blue rice is the most common. The rice is served with various types of vegetables and herbs such as onion, cucumber, bean sprout, torch ginger flower and many more. Then they are mixed with main ingredients such as fish meat, fried coconut called kerisik, fish crackers and for sure "budu" which is the main seasoning made from fish sauce.
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| There are many side dishes that can be added together like "ayam percik and "gulai kawah". |
There
should be no problem in finding a location to try nasi kerabu because it
can be found at most of the restaurants in Kelantan.
Satay Malaysia
Located at Kota
Bharu, with a wide area and a large building as a restaurant, the restaurant is easier to be spotted. The location is near to the main road and is always full with customers. Most of them prefer to be seated on the outside of the restaurant while enjoying the breeze of the night. Same like the other restaurant, Satay Malaysia also serves a variety of dishes alongside their famous satay. Basically, the chunks of chicken and beef were marinated well, then grilled to a slight charred finish. What makes it different compared to the other satay outlets is they throw the thick, Benggali bread on the grill and roast them until slightly toasted, with charred sides. Best of all, the bread did their job well in mopping up the peanut sauce. Something that is not available in other satay restaurants.
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| The preview of satay served by Satay Malaysia. |
Satay Malaysia is a perfect place for gathering, a family dinner, or simply when you wanna stuff your face at odd hours of the night. You can find them at Satay Malaysia, PT 1645, Batu 3 3/4, Jalan Pengkalan Chepa, Kota Bharu, Kelantan.
Yati Ayam Percik
The another famous restaurant in Kelantan is Yati Ayam Percik. They has been opened for about 40 years old and they has two branches at Bandar Baru Bangi and Kajang. The main outlet is currently at Kota Bharu, along the main road of Long Yunus. Their main specialties are nasi kerabu, ayam percik, gulai kawah, and daging bakar. In addition, they also sell varieties of desserts that surely will satiate your appetite.
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| The restaurant is not fancy but the foods served are beyond your expectation. |
It is no doubtful that Yati Ayam Percik is the heaven of Kelantanese cuisines and you can find them at Yati Ayam Percik, 847 Jln Long Yunus, 15200 Kota Bharu, Kelantan.
Kedai Kopi White House
Located at the centre of Kota Bharu, White House is a must stop-over for every first-timer to Kota Bharu because it is one of the most popular among locals and tourists. The place is opened at 8am and by that hour, it is already packed with customers. White House is famous for its local coffee, toast, half-boiled eggs. You can also enjoy their packed nasi berlauk, nasi dagang, and many more.
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| White House may be an old building but the foods served will never disappointing you. |
It is an easy task to find White House since it is located next to the Sultan Ismail Petra Arch and Istana Jahar. It is relatively small compared to huge buildings in the vicinity but you can find them at Kedai Kopi White House, 1329-L, Jalan Sultanah Zainab, Kota Bharu, Kelantan.
Pasar Besar Siti Khadijah
Last but not least, there is no need for a long introduction for this place since most of people already know about it. Pasar Besar Siti Khadijah is the largest market in Kelantan and the uniqueness is the majority of the traders at the market are ladies. There are three floors altogether. The lowest floor houses the wet market where fresh produce like fruits and vegetables, poultry are sold. Then, the second floor is for people who are looking for dried foodstuff such as the popular keropok ikan, cashew nuts, pistachios, salted fish and many more.
To get there is not a problem. Due to its huge size, it is not hard to find because it can be seen from far away. It is located next to Bazar Buluh Kubu.
Pasar Besar Siti Khadijah
Last but not least, there is no need for a long introduction for this place since most of people already know about it. Pasar Besar Siti Khadijah is the largest market in Kelantan and the uniqueness is the majority of the traders at the market are ladies. There are three floors altogether. The lowest floor houses the wet market where fresh produce like fruits and vegetables, poultry are sold. Then, the second floor is for people who are looking for dried foodstuff such as the popular keropok ikan, cashew nuts, pistachios, salted fish and many more.
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| Variety range of foods can be found at Pasar Besar Siti Khadijah. |
To get there is not a problem. Due to its huge size, it is not hard to find because it can be seen from far away. It is located next to Bazar Buluh Kubu.
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