Don’t tell us your trip to Sarawak is complete if you haven’t tried their unique food!
In 2021, UNESCO designated Kuching as a Creative City of Gastronomy, highlighting its diverse culinary offerings and food options.
You may have tried Mee Kolo and Laksa Sarawak, but what other Sarawak foods are not only worth trying but so delicious you can’t help but boast about your gastronomic experience?
Let us introduce you to the taste of Sarawak with these ten must-try dishes whenever you visit the state!
1. Umai
Umai is a popular traditional dish made from thinly sliced raw seafood like fish, prawns or squid.
It’s one of the well-known native delicacies.
Sometimes, Sarawakians would also eat umai along with Sago pellets or chips.
2. Nasi Aruk
Source: Rumah Hijau Cafe Kuching Sarawak
It’s the Sarawak version of Nasi Goreng!
The only difference?
Nasi Aruk is often prepared without oil to achieve a smoky flavor. How interesting is that?
3. Kek Lapis
Are you even a Malaysian if you’ve never heard of the legendary Kek Lapis Sarawak?
With its range of colors, flavours and tastes, Kek Lapis is often regarded as one of the top souvenirs choices you should get in Sarawak.
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4. Crispy Tomato Mee
As you can guess from the name, this dish is served with a sweet tomato sauce.
If you’re a fan of noodles, then you might want to try this.
Sik rugi mun cuba!
5. Tebaloi
Tebaloi is another traditional snack from Sarawak that you can bring home.
Tebaloi is made from sago flour and is available in various flavors such as chocolate and pandan.
Here’s a fun fact: Tebaloi is a snack created by Melanau people and they often enjoy it during the sago palm processing activities.
6. Ice Cream Gula Apong
Want something sweet but healthy?
You can try ice cream Gula Apong!
This sweet treat is created with natural sugar from Sarawak known as Gula Apong.
So, it's suitable for people who follow a low Glycemic diet.
7. Nasi Goreng Dabai
Source: Sarawak Tourism Board
Another famous Sarawak food that you can only find in ‘Bumi Kenyalang’ is the famous Nasi Goreng Dabai.
Dabai is an exotic fruit that is often compared with olive in terms of its taste and appearance.
So, the next time you fly to Sarawak, don’t forget to try this Nasi Goreng Dabai!
8. Kacang Ma
Have you ever heard about this dish before?
Kacang Ma is a unique confinement dish that’s also known as Motherwort Chicken.
In the past, this meal was commonly given to women after childbirth to help restore their health.
However, today, Kacang Ma can be found on the menu at certain eateries in Sarawak.
It can also be enjoyed by everyone regardless of age and gender.
9. Kueh Chap
Kueh Chap is a flat rice noodle served with pork stew and pork innards.
If you want to try this meal at home, all you need are flat rice noodles, chopped pork, garlic cloves, cinnamon sticks, soy sauce and spices.
For the broth, heat some oil in a large pot then add cinnamon sticks, star anise, peppercorns, and five-spice powder. Then add water, ginger, garlic, sugar, and soy sauce and let it boil for 2 minutes.
After that, add pork belly, pork skin, and intestines and simmer it for 1 hour. Then lastly, add hard-boiled eggs and tofu puffs at the end.
P/S: If you want to make a Halal version of Kueh Chap, just simply change the main ingredients to chicken or beef. Guess what? You can deliver all these ingredients with Lalamove!
10. Terung Dayak Soup
Source: Butterkicap
Made with eggplant, Terung Dayak Soup is very popular among Sarawakians.
It’s a perfect dish to eat especially if you're feeling down and in need of a mood boost. No more instant noodles, please!
If you would like to try the real taste of Sarawak, then this Terung Dayak Soup might be the one for you!
Taste The Uniqueness Of Sarawak Food With Lalamove
Whether you’re trying Kueh Chap, Terung Dayak Soup, or other Sarawakian specialties, you can’t deny that Sarawak truly offers an unforgettable gastronomic experience.
But we have good news for Kuching residents!
You can order online from restaurants and pick up your food with Lalamove. You can also book a Lalamove delivery to pick up groceries to make these meals.
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