Mamak stall
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Mamak stalls are indoor and open-air food establishments particularly found in Southeast Asia, especially in Malaysia, which serve a type of Indian Muslim cuisine unique to the region and by its Indian community.
Certain Mamak stalls, such as this example in Kuala Lumpur, may remain open 24 hours a day.
Hanging televisions and misting fan systems are commonplace features at Mamak stalls
A Mamak cook preparing Tandoori Chicken.
Nasi kandar
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Nasi kandar is a popular northern Malaysian dish from Penang, originally introduced by Tamil Muslim traders from India. The meal consists of steamed rice combined with an array of distinct curries, sides dishes, and gravies. The selection of curries consists of various blends of vegetables, seafood or meat.
The dish was historically transported via a bamboo/wooden stick on the shoulders - known as mengandar in Malay
An array of curries, sides and gravies commonly paired on a plate of nasi kandar being displayed in a local restaurant
Nasi kandar with fried fish and vegetables