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Easy Laksa Noodle Soup

Easy Laksa Noodle Soup

Easy Laksa Noodle Soup is a comforting and flavorful dish that combines the rich taste of coconut milk with the aromatic spices of laksa paste, creating a satisfying meal in under thirty minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Southeast Asian
Calories: 480
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4-5 tbsp Laksa Paste (Store-bought)
  • 1 can (14 oz) Full-fat Coconut Milk
  • 3 cups Chicken or Vegetable Broth
  • 1 lb Shrimp (peeled and deveined)
  • 8 oz Rice Vermicelli or Rice Sticks
  • 1 cup Bean Sprouts
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Ginger (minced)
  • 2 cloves Garlic Cloves (minced)
  • 10-12 pieces Tofu Puffs
  • Fresh Cilantro, Lime Wedges, Chili Oil to taste

Method
 

  1. Prepare rice noodles according to package instructions and set aside.
  2. Heat a large pot over medium heat with a splash of oil. Sauté minced ginger and garlic for about a minute.
  3. Add laksa paste and fry for 2-3 minutes until aromatic.
  4. Gradually pour in coconut milk while whisking, then add chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
  5. Add tofu puffs and let simmer for 5 minutes. If using shrimp, add them now and cook until pink and opaque.
  6. Add bean sprouts for 30 seconds to retain crunch.
  7. Divide cooked noodles into bowls, ladle broth and proteins over noodles, and garnish with cilantro, lime, and chili oil.

Notes

Store broth and noodles separately to prevent noodles from becoming mushy. Fresh garnishes enhance flavor.