Nasi lemuni (Jawi: ناسي لموني) is a rice dish originating from the northern region of Peninsular Malaysia.[3] The dish is prepared with a herb, Vitex trifolia, locally known as lemuni.[4][5]
 A serving of nasi lemuni | |
| Type | Rice dish |
|---|---|
| Course | Main |
| Place of origin | Malaysia |
| Region or state | Northern Region of Peninsular Malaysia, particularly Kedah & Penang[1] |
| Created by | Malay[2] |
| Main ingredients | Rice, vitex trifolia, garlic, ginger, fenugreek, black pepper, lemongrass, onion, salt |
Nasi lemuni is consumed in the same manner as the nasi lemak. People would complement the dish with sides and condiments commonly found in nasi lemak e.g. sambal, ayam goreng, dried anchovies, cucumber slices and hard boiled egg. It is commonly eaten during breakfast and lunch, or both.
Health benefits
editIt's traditionally eaten as a confinement dish as it is believed that vitex trifolia can enhance blood flow, balance hormones, and improve one's digestion.[6]
See also
editReferences
edit- ^ "Seribu Satu Khasiat dan Keunikan Rasa Nasi Lemuni" (in Malay). Butterkicap. Archived from the original on 11 November 2020. Retrieved 28 September 2017.
- ^ "[Penang] Nasi Lemuni from Sari Rasa, Astaka Taman Tun Sardon". Hungryonion. Archived from the original on 29 September 2020. Retrieved 10 August 2018.
- ^ "[Penang] Nasi Lemuni from Sari Rasa, Astaka Taman Tun Sardon". Hungryonion. Archived from the original on 29 September 2020. Retrieved 10 August 2018.
- ^ "5 Rice Dishes to Try in Penang Apart From Nasi Kandar". MyPenang. Archived from the original on 16 November 2021. Retrieved 1 January 2019.
- ^ "A surprise discovery: Nasi lemuni in KL!". Malaymail. Archived from the original on 16 November 2021. Retrieved 30 July 2017.
- ^ "Nasi Lemuni Untuk Ibu Berpantang Bersalin" (in Malay). HasrulHassan. Archived from the original on 18 January 2021. Retrieved 15 April 2017.
External links
edit- Nasi Lemak Warna Hitam? Nasi Lemuni, Hidangan Warisan Penuh Khasiat | Resipi Tok (in Malay) at Destinasi TV
- Apa Rasa Nasi Lemuni Ni? Betul Ke PAHIT MERENGUT? | Resepi Tok (in Malay) at Destinasi TV
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