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Best Sambal in Kuala Lumpur
7 restaurants compared
Price range: MYR1.50 – MYR6.00
Top 5 Sambal in Kuala Lumpur (Quick Answer)
Based on diner recommendations across 7 restaurants:
- Nasi Lemak Antarabangsa, MYR4.70 (Kampung Baru)
- Nasi Lemak Burung Hantu, MYR5.00 (Bangsar)
- Murtabak Warisan, MYR1.50 (Chow Kit)
- Nasi Lemak Tanglin, MYR5.00 (Kerinchi)
- Nasi Lemak Tanglin, MYR6.00 (Kerinchi)
Scroll down for detailed comparisons, prices, and diner tips for each restaurant.
All 7 Restaurants Compared
#1
Nasi Lemak Antarabangsa
Kampung Baru·$
Sambal Sotong
MYR4.70
Squid in a spiced sambal gravy.
Tip: The sotong is a good side if you want to vary from chicken. Mix it into the rice so the sauce clings to each grain.
#2
Nasi Lemak Burung Hantu
Bangsar·$
Sambal Kerang
MYR5.00
Cockles in sambal — a light protein side that can be added to any nasi lemak.
Tip: Add kerang to your telur mata nasi lemak for extra protein without going full heavy — you get variety and substance without the heaviness of chicken or beef.
#3
Murtabak Warisan
Chow Kit·$
Kuah Sambal
MYR1.50
Spiced sambal gravy served on the side for dipping.
Tip: Ask for extra spicy sambal if you want more heat — the default is balanced, but they can customize the spice level.
#4
Nasi Lemak Tanglin
Kerinchi·$
Sambal Kerang
MYR5.00
Cockles in a spiced sambal — a lighter protein option.
Tip: The kerang portions are modest — this is a good choice if you want variety without heaviness, but consider ordering two sides if you have a bigger appetite.
#5
Nasi Lemak Tanglin
Kerinchi·$
Sambal Sotong
MYR6.00
Squid in a spiced sambal — one of the most popular lauk across all Tanglin outlets.
Tip: The sotong is their most distinctive side — if you're choosing between proteins, this is the one reviewers recommend over the more standard options.
#6
Nasi Lemak Wanjo
Kampung Baru·$
Sambal Sotong
MYR4.70
Squid in a spiced sambal gravy — one of the most popular lauk choices at the stall.
Tip: Mix the sotong into the rice and sambal rather than eating it separately — the sauce bonds everything together.
#7
Nasi Lemak Antarabangsa
Kampung Baru·$
Sambal Kerang
MYR4.00
Cockles in sambal — a lighter protein side.
Tip: Order kerang if you want a protein side that's lighter than chicken or squid — it's modest in portion but flavorful.