Coffee Meets Sambal: Daku Coffee’s Bold Pairing with Tanjong Sauce®
Penang’s cafe scene just got more interesting. Daku Coffee — a London-based Japanese-inspired brand — recently opened at Persiaran Gurney, and we’ve discovered an unexpected pairing: their bold pour-over Americano with Tanjong Sauce®-spiced rice crackers.
The Pairing That Shouldn’t Work (But Does)
Coffee and sambal sound like they’d clash. But here’s the thing: Daku’s roast has a dark, slightly smoky profile with low acidity — which means it plays beautifully with the tangy-umami punch of Tanjong Sauce®. The nutmeg in the sauce brings a warm, sweet-spicy note that echoes the coffee’s natural chocolate undertones.
How to Try This at Home
- Brew a strong, dark-roast coffee (French press or pour-over)
- Brush rice crackers or plain senbei with a thin layer of Tanjong Sauce®
- Toast lightly until the sauce caramelises — about 3 minutes
- Sip the coffee, bite the cracker. Let the flavours meet.
The heat is gentle and clean — it wakes up your palate without overwhelming the coffee. Think of it like pairing dark chocolate with chili, but with a distinctly Malaysian twist.
Why This Matters
Tanjong Sauce® is built for versatility. It works across cuisines — Asian, Western, and now your coffee break. This is exactly the kind of Penang food fusion that makes our food culture so exciting.
Next time you’re on Gurney, stop by Daku Coffee (68-1-1, Persiaran Gurney). Bring a bottle. Thank us later.
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