Indian rojak

One of the most popular Malay street foods in Kuala Lumpur is rojak, which is essentially a substantial salad. There are some very distinct varieties – the Chinese one, for example, is chunky and fruit-based, with a thick, sweet-savoury dressing. It’s maybe the best-known type. Indian rojak is rather different. It’s a mixture of little prawn fritters, hard-boiled egg, shredded jicama, sprouts and cucumber, all drenched in a thick, sweet peanut and chilli sauce. I found a great Mamak (Indian Muslim) truck selling it and it’s become my favourite place for rojak in town. You find it by taking the LRT to Taman Bahagia then walking right over the road from the station. There, beside a large tree, is my guy named Ayub – he’s been making rojak for over 25 years.