10 Penang Street Food You Must Try

10 Penang Street Food You Must Try

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Penang is a food lover's paradise, and there are so many delicious street foods you must try! Here are 10 must-try street foods in Penang:
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1. Char Koay Teow - Stir-fried flat rice noodles with prawns, bean sprouts, and Chinese sausage.

Ah Leng Char Koay Teow
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2. Assam Laksa - A tangy and spicy fish-based soup with tamarind, lemongrass, and rice noodles.

Penang Air Itam Laksa - Only open weekends (3 weekends per month)
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Reopened after a long hiatus. The place only opens on weekends. Check their opening hours before visiting.
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3. Nasi Kandar - A flavorful rice dish served with a variety of curries and side dishes.

Nasi Kandar Beratur Original
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The place is named after its signature long queues. Be patient to savor the good stuff.
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4. Roti Canai - Flaky, buttery flatbread served with curry sauce.

Roti Canai Transfer Road
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5. Hokkien Mee - Stir-fried noodles with a rich and aromatic broth.

Green House Prawn Mee Corner
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6. Curry Mee - A spicy curry noodle soup with a unique cuttlefish chili base.

Lorong Seratus Tahun Curry Mee @ Georgetown
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7. Rojak - A fruit and vegetable salad mixed with a sweet and spicy shrimp paste dressing, often garnished with chopped peanuts.

Tan Swee Hoe Rojak
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8. Lok Lok - A fun communal meal where skewers of meat, seafood, and vegetables are cooked in boiling water or broth, then dipped in a variety of sauces.

Ping Hwa Lok Lok
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9. Mee Goreng - Stir-fried yellow noodles with tofu, potatoes, and a spicy, savory sauce.

Bangkok Lane Mee Goreng
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10. Cendol - A refreshing dessert made of shaved ice, green rice flour jelly, coconut milk, and palm sugar syrup.

Penang Road Famous Teochew Chendul
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
The Penangite
Hey there, fellow traveler! If you're here, you're probably just as excited about exploring Penang as I am to share it with you. I'm a Penangite, born and bred in Penang. This place holds a special place in my heart—a place where vibrant cultures blend, street food reigns supreme, and every street tells a story. From wandering the charming alleys of George Town and stumbling upon hidden murals to savoring hawker delights that make your taste buds dance, Penang is full of surprises. Whether it's a sunset by Batu Ferringhi beach or a quiet moment in a historic Peranakan mansion, I’ll help you uncover the best spots, the tastiest bites, and the experiences that make Penang unforgettable. Let’s dive in and make your Penang adventure one to remember!
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