Dewan Negara Speaker Tan Sri Rais Yatim has faced criticism for claiming that the word ‘bak’ in bak kut teh refers to pork. Minister of Tourism, Arts, and Culture Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing responded, stating that bak kut teh should be seen as a diverse and open traditional dish without inappropriate interpretations.

PORK?

Tiong clarified that the word ‘bak’ simply refers to meat in general and emphasized the dish’s medicinal herbs as its focal point.

TIONG EXPLAINS

He highlighted that bak kut teh has evolved into various versions, accommodating different preferences and ingredients, reflecting Malaysia’s multicultural society. Rais had questioned the Department of National Heritage’s stance on the matter.

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