Did you know that banana leaf rice originated from southern India, in the state of Tamil Nadu, Kerala? This local favourite was introduced to Malaya during the British colonial era.
Just the thought of rice with numerous side dishes, flooded with delicious and fiery curries, is enough to make you drool. For your fix of banana leaf rice in Selangor, here are seven eateries you simply have to try.
1. Yap Kee Banana Leaf, Klang
Yap Kee Banana Leaf is very popular among tourists and locals alike. The menu here includes spicy fried chicken, fried fish, chicken curry, and fish or lamb curry served with papadum and cabbage.
No meal at Yap Kee is complete without rounding it off with a tall, refreshing glass of “ambarella” (buah kedondong) juice.
2. Kanna Curry House, various locations
If you happen to be in or around Section 17 in Petaling Jaya, you have to try the delicious range at Kanna Curry House, which has been serving banana leaf rice since 1976. This eatery’s fried squid, fish curry and more are simply to die for.
Kanna Curry House also has branches in Gasing, Puchong, Taman Mayang, Section 4, Klang and Kepong.
3. Sri Nirwana Maju, Subang Jaya
Sri Nirwana Maju Restaurant in USJ 9 is known for its fried bitter gourd, which is particularly crispy, and specialties such as black pepper mutton masala, mint chicken, and coriander chicken.
This restaurant also serves other dishes such as fried noodles, fried rice, and much more.
4. Laxmi’z Kitchen, Rawang
Do you love crabs? Laxmi’z Kitchen on Jalan Rawang is the perfect place for you to enjoy delicious, finger-lickin’ crab masala.
Other must-tries include the egg curry, potato varuval, brinjal and vege fish sambal… the list goes on!
5. Acha Curry House, Petaling Jaya
Acha Curry House serves several options of curry, from chicken and fish to salted fish and even crab. Choose from a variety of vegetables such as pureed pumpkin, pickled cucumber, bean sprouts and more.
The best part is, you get to serve the side dishes yourselves, instead of having the wait staff dish it out for you.
6. Matahariis Banana Leaf, Seri Kembangan
Matahariis Banana Leaf has been popular among the locals since 2004. Each set is served with white or turmeric rice, with a wide selection of vegetables and sides.
You also have to try the restaurant’s renowned thosai. Best of all, Matahariis’ delicious selection is available for delivery via FoodPanda and Grab.
7. Macha & Co, The Curve
Macha & Co, with its air-conditioned premises in this popular shopping mall, allows diners to enjoy their meals in comfort.
With recipes that have been passed down for three generations, this establishment also serves brown rice with its scrumptious banana leaf fare, for those who enjoy a more health-conscious meal.
This article was produced by Tourism Selangor, Selangor state’s official tourism agency, which works to promote the state in the eyes of travellers near and far. Log on to Tourism Selangor’s official website to plan your future travels.