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Laksa

A spicy coconut curry noodle soup from Malaysia and Singapore, loaded with shrimp, tofu puffs, and rice noodles in a rich, aromatic broth that's both creamy and fiery.

DinnerMalaysianMedium

15 min

Prep

30 min

Cook

45 min

Total

4

Servings

Medium

Difficulty

Ingredients

Garnishes

Instructions

1

Cook the laksa paste in a large pot over medium heat for 2 minutes until fragrant. Add the chicken broth and coconut milk. Bring to a simmer.

2

Season with fish sauce and sugar. Add the tofu puffs and simmer for 10 minutes to let them absorb the broth.

3

Add the shrimp and cook for 3-4 minutes until pink and curled. Cook the vermicelli noodles according to the package and drain.

Tip: If you can't find laksa paste, blend together: 4 dried chilies, 2 lemongrass stalks, 1 inch galangal, 3 shallots, 2 garlic cloves, and 1 tsp shrimp paste.

4

Divide noodles between bowls. Ladle the curry broth over with shrimp and tofu puffs. Top with bean sprouts, cilantro, laksa leaf, a squeeze of lime, and sambal on the side.

Nutrition per Serving

440kcal

Calories

28g

Protein

42g

Carbs

18g

Fat

2g

Fiber

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