Spicy Laksa Soup

Spice up your day with Spicy Laksa Soup, a creamy and flavorful Malaysian dish. Perfect for any occasion, this recipe is easy to make and highly customizable.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 30

Total Time 50

Servings: 4 people

Calories: 420

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

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

Equipment

Blender or mortar and pestle
Large pot
Wooden spoon
Bowls for serving
Measuring spoons

Method

Make the Laksa Paste: Blend garlic, shallots, ginger, lemongrass, red chilies, turmeric, cumin, coriander, and shrimp paste until smooth.
Sauté the Paste: Heat vegetable oil in a large pot, add laksa paste, and sauté for 3-5 minutes.
Build the Broth: Stir in coconut milk and broth; let simmer for about 10 minutes.
Add the Protein: Mix in cooked shrimp, chicken, or tofu; heat through for 5 minutes.
Assemble and Garnish: Divide rice noodles into bowls, ladle soup over, and top with bean sprouts, cilantro, lime, and optional garnishes.

Nutrition

Calories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 20gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 15mg

Notes

This dish is highly customizable; try different proteins or add unique garnishes to suit your tastes. Enjoy experimenting with this beloved dish!