Siew Yoke Briyani And 9 Other Must-Try Local Dishes With A Porky Twist
Porky dishes await you.
1. Siew yoke briyani @ Meat The Porkers
Meat The Porkers is known for their porky Indian cuisine and is proud to call themselves "home of siew yoke biryani". Their specialty briyani consists of tender slices of roast pork buried in warm rice that is served with raita and gravy.
Address: Publika, D1-G3-5 Jalan Solaris Dutamas 1, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Opening hours:
12.00pm - 3.00pm & 6.00pm - 10.00pm from Wednesdays to Mondays
Closed on Tuesdays
Contact: +6019 987 1945
More info on: Their website | Facebook | Instagram
2. Babi masak asam @ Old China Cafe
Known for its spicyness and flavour, Old China Cafe's asam pork will keep your mouth burning for more. The restaurant also doubles as an antique gallery, so both your eyes and taste buds will enjoy your time there.
Address: 11, Jalan Balai Polis, 50000 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Opening hours:
11.30am - 10.00pm daily
Contact: +603 2072 5915
More info on: Their website | Facebook
3. Pork satay @ Chuup
Chuup serves various pork dishes but it is their satay that is a favourite among many. The meat is moist, tender and easily bites off the stick. And the peanut sauce that goes along with it is a must try!
Address: 40, Jalan SS22/25, 47400 Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
Opening hours:
12.00pm - 11.00pm from Mondays to Fridays (closed on Tuesdays)
11.00am - 11.00pm on weekends
Contact: +603 7733 6673
More info on: Facebook | Instagram
4. Roti babi @ Yut Kee
The roti babi in this restaurant refers to an egg battered piece of bread stuffed with a generous filling of shredded pork and onion. The bread is cooked to perfection, resulting in a light and crunchy coating for the pork.
Address: No.1, Jalan Kamunting, 50300 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Opening hours:
7.30am - 4.30pm from Tuesdays to Sundays (closed on Mondays)
Contact: +603 2698 8108
More info on: Facebook
5. Malaysian breakfast @ Fifth Palate
During the Merdeka season, Fifth Palate will be serving a 'Malaysian Breakfast' they say nasi lemak fans will enjoy. The dish comprises of pandan infused coconut rice, pork rendang, fried squid, papadum, sambal and other nasi lemak condiments.
Address: D-G-1, Encorp Strand Garden Office Malaysia, Jalan PJU 5/1, Kota Damansara, 47810 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia
Opening hours:
8.30am - 5.00pm from Thursdays to Tuesdays (Closed on Wednesdays)
Contact: +603 6144 0055
More info on: Facebook | Instagram
This dish is only available until 18 September 2017.
6. Pork rib curry @ Uncle Don's
Uncledon's serves their pork rib curry in a claypot along with keropok and white rice. The curry has a delicious concoction of spices and will be sure to flare your tastebuds as well. Regulars at the restaurant warn about how spicy it can be.
Address: Here is a full list of Uncle Don's outlets.
More info on: Their website
7. Babi buah keluak @ Nancy's Kitchen
This dish is known for the combination of flavours and spices it produces, largely from the buah keluak that is cut open into the gravy. It is a spicy dish, with hints of sweetness.
Address: 13, 13/1, 13-2, Jalan KL 3/8, Taman Kota Laksamana, Seksyen 3, 75200 Melaka
Opening hours:
11.00am - 5.00pm on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sundays
11.00am - 9.00pm on Fridays and Saturdays
(closed on Tuesdays)
Contact: +606 283 6099
More info on: Their website | Facebook
8. Chilli sambal pork ribs @ Ticklish Ribs & 'Wiches
Regulars at Ticklish Ribs & 'Wiches say that the pork ribs are tender, juicy and succulent. They serve a variety of pork dishes, but the chilli sambal pork ribs is the one with some spicy Malaysian touches. Portions are big in this restaurant, so make sure you bring some friends!
Locations:
1. No.5, Ground Floor, Jalan 21/11A, Sea Park, 46300 Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
2. Lot T-216-B, 3rd Floor, The Gardens Mall, Mid Valley City, Lingkaran Syed Putra, 59200 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Opening hours:
12.00pm - 10.00pm daily (Sea Park outlet)
10.00am - 10.00pm daily (The Gardens outlet)
Contact: +6016 3366144 (Sea Park outlet) or +6012 5672216 (The Gardens outlet)
More info on: Their website | Facebook | Instagram
9. Wild boar curry wantan mee @ Sungai Besi Wan Tan Mee
This shop in Sungai Besi provides rich and springy noodles served with curried wild boar. The meat is spicy, aromatic and very tender. It produces a delicious flavour combination with the noodles.
Address: 306, Jalan Sungai Besi, 57100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Opening Hours:
6.30pm - 3.00am from Mondays to Thursdays
6.30pm - 3.30am on Fridays and Saturdays
6.30pm - 2.30am on Sundays
Contact: +603 9222 8177
10. Nasi lemak wild boar @ Kuchai Lama Food Court
This stall in Kuchai Lama Food Court serves nasi lemak with wild boar curry on the side. You can even opt to get mutton, chicken or squid. The rice is fragrant and has a hint of ginger in each bite. It pairs amazingly well with the tender pieces of wild boar.
Address: Lot 31208, Jalan Awan Makmur, 58200 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Opening hours:
6.00pm - 12.00am daily
More info on: Facebook