Food feast at Shantou Street Night Market: the charm of Penang at night
Penang's Shantou Street Night Market is a place full of energy and fireworks, whether it's food or local culture, it can make people linger. Wandering on the streets here, I feel like I have entered a food paradise, with colorful signboards and hot aroma constantly tempting my taste buds. This time, I decided to immerse myself in it and taste the many classic snacks here. Whether it is the familiar taste or the novel texture, everyone is surprised.
👍Classic must-try: Fried Kway Teow
When I entered the night market, my first stop was the famous Char Kway Teow stall. As one of the most iconic delicacies in Penang, fried rice noodles are definitely not to be missed. The chef skillfully stir-fries the wide and flat rice noodles in the iron pot, adding fresh shrimps, eggs, bean sprouts, and leeks. A rich aroma spreads with the heat of the high-temperature iron pot. Every bite of the fried rice noodles is full of smoky flavor and soy sauce. The soft texture of the rice noodles and the crispy bean sprouts form an excellent contrast, making people unable to stop eating one bite after another.
🚩Warm comfort: Duck Kway Teow Soup
Next, I chose a bowl of duck kway teow soup, another representative of night market cuisine. This bowl of soup brings a homely warmth. The clear soup is filled with smooth rice noodles, and tender duck meat slices sink into the bottom of the soup. The sweetness of the duck meat is intertwined with the elegant and refreshing soup base. Every bite feels like returning to the dining table at home. Especially the addition of some green onions and fried garlic makes the aroma of the whole bowl of soup richer and makes the whole person feel warm after drinking it.
📍Refreshing dessert: tofu curd
After eating several heavy-flavored delicacies, let’s have some refreshing dessert - tofu curd. This traditional bean product dessert has a delicate texture like silky tender beancurds that melts in your mouth. Paired with slightly sweet syrup, the taste is fresh and natural, which just relieves the greasiness of the previous dishes. The aroma of tofu nao is light and elegant, but it is also full of comforting power, making the entire night market feast a perfect transition.
🎉Fun ending: Roti Tisu
At the last stop of the night market, I chose the very interesting Roti Tisu as a sweet ending to this food journey. This Malay-style thin pancake stands like a tall tower on the plate. The outer layer is crispy and paper-thin, but the inside has a soft texture. Paired with sweet condensed milk, it's sweet but not greasy when you bite into it, and the crispy texture of the crust is even more irresistible. Roti Tisu is not only a treat for the taste buds, but also a visual feast. Watching the towering pancakes being slowly dismantled makes people feel happy.
🚩Conclusion
Shantou Street Night Market is a treasure trove of food that is endlessly memorable. Whether you are looking for the classic Char Kway Teow, or you want to try the fresh Oyster Omelette or Roti Tisu, every delicacy will satisfy you. This is not only a feast for the taste, but also an exploration of tradition and innovation. Walking here, you will feel the cultural heritage of Penang and taste the soul of this city in every bite. If you have the opportunity to come to Penang, don’t miss the Shantou Street Night Market. Every stall here is worth savoring.
🔴Transportation strategy: In the center of Penang City, it is recommended to take grab
🟠Must-visit attractions: night market food, Everbright Tower
🟡Recommended hotel: Jen penang
🟢Must-eat delicacies: Char Kway Teow, Duck Kway Teow Soup, Tofu Pudding
🔵Shopping Guide: Penang Souvenirs
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