Brickfields Goreng Pisang And Nian Gao (Kuih Bakul)

Nian gao (or call it kuih bakul). Usually, I have them during the Chinese New Year. But then, I found this really good stall in Brickfields and well.. you can say, I've had my fair share of it all year round. 

This is a simple stall located opposite of YMCA and operates during the day. I usually go here during the afternoons.

And depending on luck, it can get crowded at times. And the queues can be long. So much so that you have to wait for 20-30 minutes for a fresh batch to be cooked. 

The owner, Mr Chiam and his son operates this stall and sells not just the nian gao but also other fried snacks. 

Nian gao all prepared and ready to be fried

While prices has gone up over the years, but it's still rather reasonable... after all, the price to pay for probably one of the best (if not the best) nian gao in KL!

The other food I like from here much is the also must-try pisang goreng (fried banana fritters). The flour makes the bananas rather crispy yet the inside is still fresh. It's always a good combination with the nian gao!

If you are in Brickfields, or the surroundings (eg KL Sentral), and looking for a good afternoon snack... look no further. I bet you will be like me... always coming back for more!

*Mr. Chiam Pisang Goreng/ Nian Gao
Opposite YMCA
Brickfields, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: 012 6172511
Business hours: 1230pm - 6pm