Malaysian cuisine
A popular dish based on rice in Malaysia is nasi lemak, rice steamed with coconut milk and pandan leaves to give it a rich fragrance. Of Malay origin, nasi lemak is frequently referred to as the national dish. It is customarily served with "ikan bilis" or fried anchovies, peanuts, sliced cucumber, hard boiled eggs and sambal. Although it is often considered a breakfast dish, because of the versatility of nasi lemak in being able to be served in a variety of ways, it is commonly eaten at any time of the day. For a more substantial meal, nasi lemak may be served with fried chicken, curries, or a spicy meat stew called rendang.
Gina Keatley
In fall 2015, Keatley became The American Ambassador of Malaysian Cuisine."I’m thrilled to have the opportunity to introduce America to this vibrant and diverse cuisine and create a new twist on traditional holiday recipes," explains Keatley. "One of the things I love most about the Malaysian cuisine is its unique blends of natural ingredients and spices that are highly influenced by the multicultural and megadiverse society in Malaysia."