8 Mouthwatering Foods Rarely Found Outside of Ramadan That M’sians MUST Try This Year

Raya is just around the corner and that means the much-anticipated Ramadan bazaars are back! That being said, there are going to be hundreds of stalls open during this period, selling all sorts of delicious food. With so many things to choose from, it’s important to strategise which bazaars we visit and what we get, especially since Ramadan bazaars are only around for a limited time. So if you wanna know what the MUST-try foods this year are, take note of these:

 

1. The rich and tangy Pulut Udang

 

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Made from glutinous rice stuffed with sambal kelapa (coconut sambal) and prawns, the pulut is wrapped in a banana leaf before being steamed into a scrumptious snack. If you’re unsure where to get some pulut udang, give Zakri Tomirin’s stall in TTDI a try. His recipe is also extremely unique as it was inherited from his grandfather. Every single pulut udang is made in his Setapak home and he sells over 700 of them each day with each costing about RM0.90 only.

 

2. A sweet and affordable treat: Tepung Pelita 

A popular dessert that’s usually hard to come by outside of the festive Ramadan and Raya period, Tepung Pelitas. Made from coconut milk and rice flour wrapped in banana leaves, this rich dessert will leave you craving for more. If you’re unsure where to get some, Tepung Pelita Warisan in TTDI is a good bet.

 

3. Get the best of both worlds with this unique Macaroni Bakar

Similar to the Murtabak Maggi, the Macaroni Bakar is another must-try combination that will surely leave a lasting impression on you. It’s a mixture of meats and carbs and all things tasty plus, it costs less than RM5 at Bandar Baru Sentul.

 

4. Roti Jala + Murtabak = Rojabak 

One of the most well-known food items in certain bazaars, the Rojabak is basically every Malaysian’s dream come true. As you can probably tell by the name, this delicious hybrid is basically made up of your everyday roti jala which is then fused with the insides of a murtabak. It’s genius! Instead of buying extra side dishes, you already have curry and meat INSIDE your roti jala. YUM! You can give this treat a try at Bangsar’s Ramadan bazaar.

 

5. The Raya staple: Lemang and Rendang

While this dish isn’t necessarily found in Ramadan bazaars, it is one of the must-eat foods during Raya. Commonly found by the roadside, you’ll be able to spot rows and rows of bamboo being cooked fresh every single day over a fire. The lemang from Jalan Suadamai, Cheras is said to be a crowd favourite as the glutinous rice is soft, sticky, and extremely fragrant. You can pair it with their beef rendang which the stall also sells. The lemang will cost you between RM12 and RM18 depending on how much you bungkus.

 

6. A comforting bowl of Bubur Lambuk 

 

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A hearty bowl of porridge made with coconut milk, spices, minced meat, and condiments, a bowl of bubur lambuk makes for the perfect dish if you’re looking for something to warm you up. Give the one in Kampung Baru a try.

 

7. Baklava for all you pastry lovers out there

For those of you who have a sweet tooth, this is the dessert for you! Baklava, a dessert pastry made up of many fluffy layers laced with honey and topped with nuts, is a simple yet highly addictive dessert. It’s impossible to have just one. In fact, this particular dessert is not as common as your usual kuih-muih, so if you want some, make sure you drop by Bukit Bintang’s Ramadan bazaar.

 

8. Delicious lunch sets @ Sunway Putra Mall

Offering numerous delectable lunch sets from just RM10 between 12pm and 3pm, you’ll be able to find all sorts of cuisines here. What’s more, you can fill your tummy while you enjoy the comfy seats and cool air-conditioning in the mall. No long queues, scorching hot sun, or overly crowded stalls. Just head to level 4 where Selera Street is situated from now until 4th June.

RM10 Let’s Eat lunch promos to look out for:

• Sarawak’s Bowl – Meal + 1 Layered Tea
• Boat Noodle – 4x Bowls of noodles + 1x Blue Butterfly or Roselle Tea
• I:DON – Meal + 1 Green Tea
• Belgium Taste – Belgian Chocolate Waffle
• Shaaz – Nasi campur ayam + 1 drink
• Subway – Lunch set for RM10.90

And so much more! As for the Jom Iftar promos for your buka puasa needs, here’s what you’ll be able to find:

• Kaw Kaw Burger – Beef Cheezy set with fries + 1 drink + 1 homemade crispy chicken wing (RM19.90)
• I:DON – Buy 4 sets, FREE 1 set
• Belgium Taste – 30% off selected items
• Hot & Roll – Any Cheezy Wrap with a drink (RM9.90)
• Shaaz – 10% off your meal
• Simply Chicken – Complimentary Sirap Selasih with any meal

And many more! Also, do note that Let’s Eat promos is from 12pm – 3pm, and Jom Iftar is from 7pm – 10pm daily.

Apart from the food, when you drop by Sunway Putra Mall this Ramadan, make sure you check out the Main Concourse which will be fully adorned by Orchid blossoms and many other vibrant coloured plants and flowers. Be sure to snap a picture or two at the rustic and floral photobooth!

Some other exciting highlights to check out:

Local Fashion Designers’ Showcase @ Main Concourse

Here, shopaholics can indulge in lavish fashion and shop ’til they drop for fashion apparel made by home-grown renowned fashion designers including Tom Abang Saufi, VARIANTE, Salikin Sidek, PETRA, EMEL, and Natasha Ameer.

 

For MORE shopping, drop by the Aidilfitri Market @ East Wing

More fashion apparel and unique accessories by Rumah Kebaya Bangsar, Abas & Sal Batik and more can be found here.

 

For something a bit more cultural, visit the Kraftangan Bazaar @ East Wing

You can expect handmade batik, exquisite souvenirs, decor items, delights and more on offer here.

 

For all your beauty needs, visit the Beauty Corner @ West Wing

Once you’re done shopping for apparel, make a stop here and spoil yourself by purchasing cosmetics from top-notch local as well as international makeup brands. You can also attend the Beauty Makeover Workshop by Inglot, M.A.C Cosmetics, The Face Shop, Tony Moly and more happening on 20th and 25th May as well as 1st June.

 

Fun and interesting Arts & Craft Workshops

Not sure how to keep the younger ones busy this Raya break? Bring them here and take part in numerous workshops including Art of Weaving, Jewellery Making, Batik Art and also Rattan Crafts. Learn about the Malay culture while you take part in these workshops too.

Also, shoppers will be able to redeem a set of Raya Packets when they spend at least RM250 in two receipts (RM150 for HSBC Credit Cardholders and Sunway PALS members). If you spend RM400 in three receipts (RM300 for HSBC Credit Cardholders and Sunway PALS members), you can redeem either a Raya Serving Dish OR a pot of fresh Orchids. Sounds like a pretty good deal!

So if you plan to drop by Sunway Putra Mall this Ramadan, or you want to find out more about the Ramadan events and promos, head to their website!