Chinese Food
Malaysian Chinese cuisine is a blend of traditional Chinese cooking (mainly Cantonese, Hokkien, and Teochew) with local Malay and Indian influences. It is diverse, ranging from stir-fries to noodle dishes, and often features bold flavors like soy sauce, garlic, and ginger.
General Tips for Healthier Eating
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Control Portion Sizes: Stick to smaller portions, especially for calorie-dense dishes like nasi lemak or char kway teow.
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Balance Your Plate: Include more vegetables, lean proteins, and whole grains while reducing fried or oily foods.
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Limit Sugary Drinks: Opt for water, herbal tea, or unsweetened drinks instead of sugary beverages like teh tarik or sirap.
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Choose Healthier Cooking Methods: Favor grilled, steamed, or boiled dishes over fried or heavily sautéed ones.
- Say No to Sauce of the Food: Sauce contain a lot of sugar, oil which high calories.
- Eating with Steps : Protein --> Fiber -->Carbohydrate
Refreshment
Cha Ye Dan
63g 70kcal
Tea eggs, hard-boiled eggs steeped in tea, soy sauce, and spices, giving them a marbled appearance and savory flavor.
Fried Yam Cake
170g 185kcal
A savory dish made from grated yam, rice flour, and sometimes dried shrimp, steamed and then pan-fried for a crispy exterior.
Man Tou
100g 236kcal
A bun made from wheat flour, water, and yeast. It has a soft, fluffy texture and is typically plain and slightly sweet, though it can also be flavored or filled.
Kuih Ang Koo Kacang , kacang hijau, kelapa
(67.8g 240)(51g 145)(52g 152kcal)
A small, red, glutinous rice cake filled with either mashed peanuts (kacang), mung beans (kacang hijau), or coconut (kelapa). Sweet and slightly sticky.
Kuih Huat
179g 215kcal
A steamed, fluffy cake made from rice flour and coconut milk, often with a soft, spongy texture.
Kuih lapis kukus
69g 120kcal
A steamed layered cake made from rice flour and coconut milk, with alternating colorful layers, slightly sweet and chewy.
Lor Mai Kai
195g 420kcal
Glutinous rice steamed with chicken, mushrooms, and sometimes Chinese sausage, wrapped in lotus leaves for a fragrant aroma.
Tau Fu Fah
537g 183kcal
A silky, soft tofu pudding served with sweet syrup or ginger syrup, often enjoyed as a dessert.
Teochew PNG kuih
100g 186kcal
A steamed rice cake from the Teochew region, often filled with savory ingredients like preserved radish or peanuts.
Soon Kueh
100g 167kcal
A steamed Chinese dumpling with a translucent rice flour skin filled with jicama, carrots, and dried shrimp. Served with a sweet-savory dipping sauce, it’s a light, low-fat snack
Gui Ling Gao
100g 57kcal
Gui Ling Gao is a traditional Chinese herbal jelly made from herbs like Smilax glabra. It has a bitter taste and is often served with honey.
Red Bean Cake
80g 191kcal
Red bean cake is a traditional dessert made from sweetened red bean paste, which is typically encased in a soft, chewy, or flaky pastry.
Meals
Bihun Goreng Cina
224g 397kcal
Stir-fried rice noodles with vegetables, meat, and soy sauce, a popular Chinese-Malaysian dish.
Chee cheong Fun
101g 135kcal
Steamed rice noodle rolls, often served with sweet or savory sauces.
Gan lao ban mian
350g 315kcal
Dry-tossed handmade noodles, typically with minced meat, mushrooms, and vegetables.
Chap Chye Zhai Choy
40g 35 kcal
A mixed vegetable dish, often braised with tofu and mushrooms, common in Chinese cuisine.
Char Kuetiau
190g 230kcal
Stir-fried flat rice noodles with eggs, shrimp, and bean sprouts, a classic Malaysian street food.
Mi wantan
408g 300kcal
Egg noodles served with wontons (dumplings) in a light broth, a comforting Chinese dish.
Loh Hon Chai
80g 72kcal
A vegetarian stir-fry with mixed vegetables, tofu, and mushrooms, often seasoned with soy sauce.
Ban Mian Soup
528g 475kcal
Hand-pulled noodles in a clear broth, usually with vegetables, minced meat, and an egg.
Steamed chicken without skin
100g 149kcal
A healthy, lean protein option, often served with rice or in soups.
Prawn noodles
685g 525kcal
A flavorful noodle soup with prawns, pork, and a rich, spicy broth
Steam Wuo Tieh
31g 221kcal
Steamed dumplings filled with meat or vegetables, a lighter alternative to fried dumplings.
Tofu Claypot
150g 115kcal
Tofu cooked in a claypot with vegetables and a savory sauce, a warm and comforting dish.
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