Nutrition Facts for Low carb laksa

Low Carb Laksa

Savor the bold, fragrant flavors of Southeast Asia with this Low Carb Laksa, a lighter twist on the traditional Malaysian favorite. This vibrant dish features tender, thinly sliced chicken simmered in a rich coconut milk and red curry broth, infused with aromatic garlic, ginger, and fish sauce. Instead of rice noodles, spiralized zucchini keeps this recipe low-carb and keto-friendly without skimping on texture or heartiness. Finished with a fresh burst of chopped cilantro, crisp bean sprouts, and a zesty squeeze of lime, this one-pot wonder is ready in under 45 minutes and perfect for satisfying weeknight cravings. Gluten-free, wholesome, and packed with flavor, this Low Carb Laksa will transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise while keeping your goals on track.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100
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Prep Time:20 mins
Cook Time:25 mins
Total Time:45 mins
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil
  • 2 tablespoons red curry paste
  • 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
  • 500 grams chicken breast, thinly sliced
  • 400 milliliters coconut milk
  • 500 milliliters chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 2 large zucchini, spiralized
  • 100 grams bean sprouts
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 4 stalks green onions, sliced
  • 1 piece lime, cut into wedges
  • 1 pieces red chili, sliced

Directions

Step 1

Heat the coconut oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the red curry paste, minced garlic, and ginger to the pot and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently until fragrant.

Step 3

Add the thinly sliced chicken and cook until it is no longer pink, approximately 5-7 minutes.

Step 4

Pour in the coconut milk and chicken broth. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 5

Add the fish sauce and continue to simmer for another 5 minutes.

Step 6

While the broth is simmering, prepare the zucchini noodles using a spiralizer.

Step 7

Add the spiralized zucchini noodles to the pot and cook for 2-3 minutes until they are tender but still firm.

Step 8

Remove the pot from heat and stir in the bean sprouts.

Step 9

Ladle the laksa into bowls and top with fresh cilantro and green onions.

Step 10

Serve hot with lime wedges and sliced red chili for garnish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size (2467.7g)
Amount per serving % Daily Value*
Calories 1511.2
Total Fat 51.6g 0%
Saturated Fat 29.2g 0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 425mg 0%
Sodium 4825.8mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 89.3g 0%
Dietary Fiber 18.7g 0%
Total Sugars 52.8g
Protein 180.2g 0%
Vitamin D 65IU 0%
Calcium 420.4mg 0%
Iron 16.1mg 0%
Potassium 4451.6mg 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: 30.1%
Protein: 46.7%
Carbs: 23.2%