User: I would like to know more about Malaysian food.  Is it similar to Chinese food?
Assistant: Yes, Malaysian cuisine has strong Chinese influences, drawing especially from the food of southern China, as the Chinese have been a significant cultural and economic presence in Malaysia going back hundreds of years.  Common ingredients include fish, noodles, rice, pork, beef, chicken, vegetables, and various kinds of soy-based sauces, while key cooking techniques include stir-frying and braising.  Some classic Malaysian dishes include laksa, nasi lemak, and satay.