Low Fat Laksa Soup

Experience the vibrant flavors of Southeast Asia with our Low Fat Laksa Soup—a lighter take on the traditional comfort food favorite. This aromatic soup blends fragrant laksa paste, light coconut milk, and a medley of spices like ginger, garlic, and lemongrass for a rich and satisfying broth without the guilt. Tender strips of chicken breast, wholesome rice noodles, and crisp bean sprouts make this a hearty yet healthy meal, perfect for busy weeknights. Finished with a squeeze of fresh lime, a sprinkle of coriander, and a kick of red chili, this quick and easy recipe is sure to delight your taste buds. Ready in just 40 minutes, this low-fat version of laksa is a must-try for anyone seeking a wholesome, flavorful dining experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 200 g Rice noodles
• 200 g Boneless skinless chicken breast
• 400 ml Coconut milk, light
• 500 ml Chicken stock, low sodium
• 3 tbsp Laksa paste
• 1 whole Lemongrass stalk
• 1 tbsp Ginger, minced
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 100 g Bean sprouts
• 20 g Fresh coriander leaves
• 1 whole Fresh lime
• 1 whole Red chili, sliced
• 2 tbsp Fish sauce
• 1 tbsp Soy sauce, low sodium
• 1 tsp Brown sugar

Directions

Step 1

Begin by soaking the rice noodles in a bowl of hot water for about 10 minutes or until they are softened. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

Slice the chicken breast into thin strips.

Step 3

In a large saucepan over medium heat, add the laksa paste, minced ginger, and garlic, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Bruise the lemongrass stalk by tapping it with the back of a knife. Add it to the saucepan.

Step 5

Pour in the light coconut milk and chicken stock. Stir gently to combine with the paste.

Step 6

Add the chicken strips to the soup, simmering for 10-12 minutes, until cooked through.

Step 7

Stir in the fish sauce, soy sauce, and brown sugar, ensuring all ingredients are well mixed.

Step 8

Add the drained rice noodles and bean sprouts to the soup, cooking for another 2 minutes until heated through.

Step 9

Remove the lemongrass stalk before serving.

Step 10

Ladle the soup into bowls, garnishing with fresh coriander leaves, sliced red chili, and a squeeze of fresh lime juice.

Step 11

Serve immediately, enjoying the rich flavors and aromatic scent of this low-fat Laksa soup.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1680.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	982.8

Total Fat 31.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 19.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 151.8mg	0%
Sodium 4697.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 107.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.1g	0%
Total Sugars 16.3g
Protein 73.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 244.2mg	0%
Iron 14.0mg	0%
Potassium 1497.8mg	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: 28.3%

Protein: 29.2%

Carbs: 42.5%