Cannabaceae

Nasi lemuni
A serving of nasi lemuni
TypeRice dish
CourseMain
Place of originMalaysia
Region or stateNorthern Region of Peninsular Malaysia, particularly Kedah & Penang[1]
Created byMalay[2]
Main ingredientsRice, vitex trifolia, garlic, ginger, fenugreek, black pepper, lemongrass, onion, salt

Nasi lemuni 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]

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

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It'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

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References

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  1. ^ "Seribu Satu Khasiat dan Keunikan Rasa Nasi Lemuni" (in Malay). Butterkicap. Archived from the original on 11 November 2020. Retrieved 28 September 2017.
  2. ^ "[Penang] Nasi Lemuni from Sari Rasa, Astaka Taman Tun Sardon". Hungryonion. Archived from the original on 29 September 2020. Retrieved 10 August 2018.
  3. ^ "[Penang] Nasi Lemuni from Sari Rasa, Astaka Taman Tun Sardon". Hungryonion. Archived from the original on 29 September 2020. Retrieved 10 August 2018.
  4. ^ "5 Rice Dishes to Try in Penang Apart From Nasi Kandar". MyPenang. Archived from the original on 16 November 2021. Retrieved 1 January 2019.
  5. ^ "A surprise discovery: Nasi lemuni in KL!". Malaymail. Archived from the original on 16 November 2021. Retrieved 30 July 2017.
  6. ^ "Nasi Lemuni Untuk Ibu Berpantang Bersalin" (in Malay). HasrulHassan. Archived from the original on 18 January 2021. Retrieved 15 April 2017.
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