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Spicy Coconut Laksa

Spicy Coconut Laksa

Warm up with a bowl of Spicy Coconut Laksa! This creamy, aromatic soup is packed with bold flavors and fresh ingredients. Perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 garlic cloves
  • 2 shallots
  • 3 cm fresh ginger (grated)
  • 2 stalks lemongrass (tender parts only, finely chopped)
  • 3 red chilies (adjust to taste)
  • 2 teaspoons ground turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 tablespoon shrimp paste (optional, or substitute with miso for vegetarian option)
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 400 ml coconut milk
  • 700 ml broth (chicken or vegetable)
  • 300 g cooked protein (shrimp, chicken, or tofu)
  • 150 g cooked rice noodles
  • 100 g bean sprouts
  • 1 handful fresh cilantro leaves
  • 1 unit lime (cut into wedges)
  • 2 hard-boiled eggs (halved, optional)

Equipment

  • Food Processor or Mortar and Pestle
  • Large Pot or Dutch Oven
  • Sharp Knife and Cutting Board
  • Serving Bowls and Spoons
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons

Method
 

  1. Create the laksa paste by blending garlic, shallots, ginger, lemongrass, chilies, turmeric, cumin, coriander, and shrimp paste until smooth.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat, add the laksa paste, and sauté for 3–5 minutes.
  3. Pour in the coconut milk and broth, then simmer for 10 minutes.
  4. Add your choice of cooked protein (shrimp, chicken, or tofu) to the pot and cook for another 5 minutes until heated through.
  5. Divide cooked rice noodles among serving bowls, top with bean sprouts, and ladle hot soup over everything. Garnish with cilantro, lime wedges, and optional hard-boiled eggs.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 17gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 10mg

Notes

This recipe is best enjoyed when made with fresh ingredients and should not be skipped on lime juice, as it brightens the dish.
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