Laksa
Dive into the vibrant flavors of Southeast Asia with this comforting Laksa recipe, a delightful noodle soup that’s bursting with aromatic spices and creamy richness. Featuring tender rice noodles soaked in a fragrant broth made from rich coconut milk, spicy laksa paste, and savory chicken stock, this dish is a harmonious blend of bold tastes and textures. Garnished with succulent prawns, juicy chicken, chewy tofu puffs, and finished with crisp bean sprouts and fresh herbs like coriander and mint, every bite offers an irresistible medley of sensations. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or an impressive dish to serve guests, Laksa is a true culinary adventure that’s both hearty and refreshing. Don’t forget to squeeze a wedge of lime over the top for a citrusy kick that elevates this Malaysian classic to the next level!
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Ingredients
- 250 grams rice noodles
- 2 tablespoons cooking oil
- 4 tablespoons laksa paste
- 750 milliliters chicken stock
- 400 milliliters coconut milk
- 300 grams boneless chicken thighs, sliced
- 200 grams prawns, peeled and deveined
- 150 grams tofu puffs, halved
- 100 grams bean sprouts
- 0 fresh coriander leaves
- 0 fresh mint leaves
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
- 0 to taste salt
Directions
Step 1
Soak the rice noodles in warm water for about 10 minutes, or until they soften. Drain and set aside.
Step 2
Heat the cooking oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the laksa paste and fry for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
Step 3
Pour in the chicken stock and bring the mixture to a boil.
Step 4
Add the coconut milk and stir well to combine.
Step 5
Add the chicken slices to the broth and cook for about 5 minutes until they are fully cooked.
Step 6
Add the prawns and tofu puffs to the pot, cooking for an additional 3 to 4 minutes until the prawns turn pink.
Step 7
Season the soup with salt to taste.
Step 8
Divide the soaked noodles into serving bowls.
Step 9
Ladle the hot laksa soup over the noodles, ensuring each bowl gets some chicken, prawns, and tofu.
Step 10
Top each bowl with a handful of bean sprouts, coriander leaves, and mint leaves.
Step 11
Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the laksa.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2331g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2299.9 |
| Total Fat 106.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 19.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | |
| Cholesterol 798mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5591.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 139.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 39.0g | |
| Protein 195.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 3IU | 0% |
| Calcium 882.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 16.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2577.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories