Recently, there has been an increase in new food trends. That is not uncommon, but these food trends are far from the norm. In fact, some may even call them wild. We’re talking about some of the craziest food combinations to grace social media, which have several people curious and shocked.
Many Malaysians have been sharing their own reactions and experiences with these food trends, and the following are some of the more talked-about food concoctions.
5-Layer Kopi Kari
First on the list will have you question how creative people can get with coffee. The 5-Layer Kopi Kari (Curry Coffee) sold at VEAZY in Kuala Lumpur went viral in June 2026 mainly because it looks like a dessert but drinks like a full meal in a cup. For RM6, you get five stacked layers, starting with gula melaka condensed milk at the bottom, followed by lamb curry, black coffee, coconut milk, and another layer of condensed milk on top.
When it sits untouched, you can clearly see each layer, which is exactly why it blew up on TikTok and Instagram—it looks too structured to be real food. The moment you stir it, everything blends into a mix of sweet gula melaka, creamy milk, bitter coffee, and spicy curry spices, which is either surprisingly workable or completely overwhelming depending on your taste.
The shop, which is in Wangsa Maju, Kuala Lumpur, runs daily and typically operates from morning to late night hours (about 8 am to 11:30 pm, depending on the day)
Durian Ramen
Durian is often enjoyed in various ways, but have you ever heard of durian in ramen? At Menya Shishido B.Land in Petaling Jaya, the dish known as Durian Ramen has been brought back again as of June 6, 2026, drawing attention for its unusual combination rather than as a standard menu item.
It is priced at around RM40 per bowl. It consists of tonkotsu ramen served with fresh durian flesh on top, presented inside a hollowed durian husk instead of a conventional bowl.
The restaurant is located at B.Land, Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia, and generally operates from 11 am to 9:30 pm (hours may vary, and availability can be limited depending on the day). Some find the combination interesting, while others see it as overwhelming, and that split reaction is a big part of why it keeps circulating on social media.
Ayam Gepuk Pistachio
Another green combo is Ayam Gepuk Pistachio, which started appearing in March as part of the pistachio food trend in Malaysia. It is usually sold for about RM8–RM15 per set and follows the normal ayam gepuk format — smashed fried chicken served with rice, tofu, tempeh, and vegetables — but with one key change: the usual spicy peanut sambal is replaced with a pistachio cream sauce that is light green in colour.
It is commonly found at Ayam Gepuk stalls and chains in Kuala Lumpur and Selangor, including places like Ole Ayam Gepuk and Ayam Gepuk Pak Jowo, which were among the early sellers of this version.
Nasia Lemak Pistachio
You thought the pistachio madness stopped at one dish? Think again — it has now reached nasi lemak. Nasi Lemak Pistachio began appearing in early 2026 in Selangor, mostly through small café stalls and food court vendors experimenting with pistachio-based sauces after the ingredient went viral in drinks and desserts.
One of the locations linked to this trend is Tokbah Celup Tepung & Ikan Bakar at Foodcourt Tasik Biru Seri Kundang, Rawang, Selangor, which operates roughly from noon to 10 pm, though the pistachio version is not always available.
The dish keeps the usual nasi lemak base — coconut rice, fried chicken, egg, anchovies, peanuts, and cucumber — but replaces the traditional sambal with a pistachio cream sauce that turns the plate green. Some versions still include sambal on the side, creating a mix of spicy and nutty flavours in one meal.
Reactions are mixed, with some seeing it as a mild, creamy twist, while others feel it changes the core identity of nasi lemak. Like many 2026 food trends, it appears inconsistently and is driven more by viral interest than fixed menu availability.
Burger Ji Puchong’s Matcha Burger
Matcha is also joining in on the green craze with Burger Ji Puchong’s Matcha Burger. Found in Kampung Muhibbah, Puchong, Burger Ji is a Ramly-style burger stall known for heavy, saucy late-night burgers. The stall typically operates in the evening to early morning, around 6 pm to 1:30 am, depending on the day.
The burger is based on a standard chicken or beef patty, but instead of the usual sauces like mayo or black pepper, it is covered in a thick matcha-flavoured sauce that gives it a green coating. Some versions include extra drizzles that make the burger look even more heavily “siram,” which is part of why it spreads well on short-form video platforms. Taste-wise, the matcha is usually mild, slightly sweet, and creamy rather than bitter or strong.
At the end of the day, most of these viral foods are less about tradition and more about curiosity. Some people try them once, some avoid them completely, but almost everyone has an opinion. That mix of curiosity, shock, and online reaction is what keeps these trends coming back in new forms.
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