Gluten-Free Laksa Soup

Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this Gluten-Free Laksa Soup, a hearty spin on the classic Southeast Asian dish that’s infused with bold spices and creamy coconut milk. Tailored for gluten-free diets, this recipe swaps traditional soy sauce with tamari and uses rice noodles for a satisfying, wheat-free base. Fragrant notes of lemongrass, red curry paste, and fresh ginger create a deeply aromatic broth, while shredded chicken, bean sprouts, and cilantro add wholesome texture and freshness. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy and comforting soup is perfect for cozy nights or when you're craving a healthy, flavor-packed meal. Garnish with lime juice, green onions, and a hint of chili for a zesty finishing touch!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 200 grams Rice noodles
• 2 tablespoons Coconut oil
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon Ginger, grated
• 2 stalks Lemongrass, bruised
• 3 tablespoons Red curry paste (gluten-free)
• 400 milliliters Coconut milk
• 500 milliliters Chicken or vegetable stock
• 2 tablespoons Tamari (gluten-free soy sauce)
• 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 250 grams Cooked chicken breast, shredded
• 100 grams Bean sprouts
• 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro leaves
• 2 Green onions, sliced
• 1 Red chili, sliced (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Soak the rice noodles in warm water for 15 minutes, then drain and set aside.

Step 2

Heat the coconut oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the onion and sauté for another 2 minutes.

Step 4

Add the bruised lemongrass stalks and red curry paste to the pot. Cook while stirring, for about 2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 5

Pour in the coconut milk and chicken or vegetable stock. Stir to combine, bringing the mixture to a simmer.

Step 6

Add the tamari and brown sugar to the broth. Adjust the seasoning to taste.

Step 7

Allow the soup to simmer for 10 minutes, letting the flavors meld together.

Step 8

Remove the lemongrass stalks from the soup.

Step 9

Add the shredded chicken and drained rice noodles to the soup, cooking for another 5 minutes to heat through.

Step 10

Stir in the lime juice and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 11

Serve the laksa soup hot, garnished with bean sprouts, cilantro leaves, sliced green onions, and red chili if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1932.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1296.3

Total Fat 42.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 26.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.6g
Cholesterol 214.7mg	0%
Sodium 5396.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 135.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.7g	0%
Total Sugars 50.8g
Protein 98.3g	0%

Vitamin D 2.9IU	0%
Calcium 259.9mg	0%
Iron 8.5mg	0%
Potassium 2245.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.1%

Protein: 29.8%

Carbs: 41.1%