Best 8 Quick And Easy Laksa Recipes

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Laksa is a spicy and flavorful Southeast Asian noodle soup dish that combines elements of various cultures. It is often served with toppings such as shrimp, fish balls, tofu, and vegetables. With its complex flavors and variety of ingredients, laksa may seem like a daunting dish to prepare. However, it is possible to make a delicious and authentic laksa at home with a few simple ingredients and a little bit of planning. In this article, we will provide you with a step-by-step guide to making a quick and easy laksa that will satisfy your cravings without breaking the bank or taking up too much of your time.

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LAKSA NOODLE SOUP



Laksa Noodle Soup image

Recipe video above. This is a recipe for a real Malaysian restaurant quality laksa made by sprucing up store bought laksa paste! You can't just dump store bought laksa paste into coconut broth! The key is to freshen up the paste by sautéing it with garlic, ginger, chilli and lemongrass. Makes a world of difference! This makes 2 large bowls. Because large is the only way to go with Laksa!

Provided by Nagi | RecipeTin Eats

Categories     Dinner     Soup

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 26

2 cups (500 ml) chicken stock / broth
1 cup (250 ml) water
3 chicken drumsticks ((Note 1))
1 1/2 tbsp oil
2 garlic cloves (, minced)
2 cm / 4/5" piece of ginger (, finely grated)
1 lemongrass (, white part grated, (Note 2))
2 birds eye chillis (, finely chopped (Note 3))
1/2 cup (175g) laksa paste ((Note 4))
400g / 14 oz can coconut milk ((Note 5))
2 tsp fish sauce ((sub soy))
50g / 1.5 oz vermicelli noodles (, dried)
100g / 3.5oz hokkien noodles ((optional, Note 6))
80g / 2.5 oz bean sprouts
80g / 2.5 oz tofu puffs (, cut in half (Note 7))
1/2 tsp sugar (, white)
1 1/2 tsp soy sauce (, light or all purpose)
1/2 garlic clove (, minced)
1 1/2 tsp Laksa paste ((Note 4))
1 tbsp Sriracha sauce (, or other chilli sauce)
1 tbsp chilli paste from jar (, or more Sriracha)
1 tbsp vegetable oil ((any plain oil))
Fresh coriander / cilantro ((recommended))
Lime wedges ((recommended))
Crispy fried shallots (, optional (Note 8))
Finely sliced red chilli (, optional )

Steps:

  • Place Chicken Stock ingredients in a medium saucepan over high heat. Bring to simmer, then reduce to medium high.
  • Cook for 25 minutes or until chicken flesh is falling off the bone and liquid reduces by about 1/3.
  • Discard skin, pull flesh off the bone and place in bowl, discard bone. Set broth aside.
  • Mix ingredients together in a small bowl. Set aside for 20 minutes.
  • Heat oil in a large saucepan or small pot over medium low heat. Add garlic and ginger, sauté for 20 seconds, then add lemongrass and chillis. Cook for 1 minute.
  • Add laksa paste. Turn heat up to medium and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly, or until fragrant.
  • Add chicken stock, coconut milk, fish sauce and 2 tsp of Laksa Chilli Sauce. Place lid on and simmer on for 10 minutes.
  • Adjust to taste using lime juice (for sour) and fish sauce (for saltiness). Add tofu puffs. Leave on turned off stove with lid on for 5 minutes.
  • Prepare noodles per packet directions.
  • Divide noodles between 2 bowls. Top with shredded chicken.
  • Pour broth over chicken. Top with beansprouts. Sprinkle with Garnishes you choose to use. Serve with Laksa Chilli Sauce on the side.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 582 g, Calories 780 kcal, Carbohydrate 36.8 g, Protein 18.9 g, Fat 62.9 g, SaturatedFat 37.9 g, TransFat 0.1 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Sodium 2374 mg, Fiber 4.5 g, Sugar 6.1 g

CHICKEN LAKSA



Chicken laksa image

Use lighter rice noodles in this fragrant Malaysian soup with spiced chicken, coconut broth, coriander and mint

Provided by James Martin

Categories     Dinner, Main course

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 medium chicken , jointed into pieces and skinned
1 tbsp coriander seed
3cm piece ginger , sliced
2 lemongrass stalks, crushed
zest and juice 1 lime
2 tbsp fish sauce
1 tbsp low-salt soy sauce
200ml light coconut milk
3 garlic cloves , sliced
3 red chillies , deseeded and sliced
handful coriander , chopped (leaves and stalks kept separate)
bunch spring onions , sliced
300g cooked rice noodle
handful mint leaves, chopped
1 tbsp sesame oil (optional)

Steps:

  • Put the chicken in a large saucepan with the coriander seeds, ginger, lemongrass, lime zest and a little salt. Add enough cold water to cover, slowly bring to the boil, then reduce to a simmer, gently poaching the chicken for 40 mins until it starts to fall away from the bone.
  • Carefully lift the chicken onto a plate and cover with foil. Leave the stock to stand for 10 mins, skim off any excess fat and strain into a clean saucepan. Pull the chicken from the bones and tear into chunks.
  • Bring the stock back to the boil, then add the fish sauce, soy, coconut milk, garlic, chillies and coriander stalks. Simmer for 2 mins, return the chicken to the pan and cook for a further 5 mins until warm. Add the spring onions and lime juice to taste.
  • Divide the noodles between 6 bowls, then use a slotted spoon to lift the chicken and veg into each. Season the stock and pour over. Scatter with coriander and mint leaves, and serve with a drizzle of sesame oil, if you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 424 calories, Fat 14 grams fat, SaturatedFat 2 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 38 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 3 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 37 grams protein, Sodium 1.5 milligram of sodium

LAKSA (QUICK VERSION) RECIPE



Laksa (Quick Version) Recipe image

Provided by By Christine's Recipes

Yield 4 to 6 serves

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients: 1 tsp minced garlic 1 tsp minced shallot 1 packet (200 gm) laksa paste 1.5 L boiling water 150 ml coconut milk 10 pcs tofu puffs 40 gm bean sprouts, trimmed 100 gm egg plant, roughly chopped 100 gm green beans 12 deep-fried fish balls 2 hard-boiled eggs, halved 20 gm rice noodles / rice vermicelli 600 gm fresh Hokkien noodles
1 tsp minced garlic
1 tsp minced shallot
1 packet (200 gm) laksa paste
1.5 L boiling water
150 ml coconut milk
10 pcs tofu puffs
40 gm bean sprouts, trimmed
100 gm egg plant, roughly chopped
100 gm green beans
12 deep-fried fish balls
2 hard-boiled eggs, halved
20 gm rice noodles / rice vermicelli
600 gm fresh Hokkien noodles

Steps:

  • Method: Briefly branch the bean sprouts in boiling water to remove the grassy taste. Don't take too long. Drain well. Set aside. In a deep pot, sauté the garlic and shallot. Mix the laksa paste with the boiling water and pour into the pot. Add coconut milk. Bring it to boil over medium-high heat. Add in the tofu puffs. When it boils again, add the egg plant. Reduce heat to simmer until the egg plant is softened. Add green beans and cook to your preference of doneness. Add the fish balls and bean sprouts. In the meantime, follow the instructions on packaging to cook the rice vermicelli. Drain well. Blanch the Hokkien noodles in boiling water to remove the excess oil. Don't need to boil it too long. It will turn mushy otherwise. Divide the rice vermicelli and Hokkien noodles into 2 to 3 serving bowls. Ladle the laksa soup on top. Serve immediately.

EASY CURRY LAKSA | MARION'S KITCHEN



Easy Curry Laksa | Marion's Kitchen image

Laksa is traditionally one of those dishes that develops its flavours over time, which can rule it out during busy weeknights. But hold onto your hats, people: this super-fast, super-tasty version will be ready to eat in just 15 minutes! Enjoy a creamy, rich broth and all the trimmings, sooner than you think.

Provided by Bee

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tbsp vegetable oil
2 tbsp Thai red curry paste
2 tbsp curry powder
200g (7 oz) sliced chicken thigh fillets
400ml (13.5 fl oz) can coconut milk
4 cups chicken stock
400g (14 oz) peeled prawns (optional)
200g (7 oz) Asian fish balls (optional)
12 fried tofu puffs
2 tbsp fish sauce
1 tsp sugar
800g (1.7 lb) cooked noodles, to serve
Bean shoots, boiled egg and coriander (cilantro) leaves, to serve

Steps:

  • Step 1.Heat the oil in a wok or saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the curry paste and cook, stirring, for half a minute or until fragrant. Stir through the curry powder. Then add the chicken and stir-fry for a minute or so. Add the coconut milk and chicken stock. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Step 2.Now add the prawns and fish balls (if using), along with the tofu puffs. Simmer for a another few minutes or until the prawns are cooked.
  • Step 3.Stir through the fish sauce and sugar and season to taste with extra if needed. Ladle your laksa over the noodles and top with bean shoots, egg and coriander leaves.

10 MINUTE VEGETABLE LAKSA



10 Minute Vegetable Laksa image

A really quick and easy vegetable laksa recipe, perfect for a healthy and delicious lunch for busy parents!

Provided by Ciara Attwell @ My Fussy Eater

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 tsp oil
1 tbsp laksa paste (check if you want it to be vegetarian / vegan)
250ml coconut milk
250ml vegetable stock
1 carrot, peeled into strips
1 courgette, peeled into strips
45g rice noodles
To top: coriander, red chilli and spring onions

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan heat the oil and add the laksa paste. Fry gently for 2 minutes to cook the paste.
  • Add the coconut milk and stock and bring to the boil. Add in the carrot and courgette strips and simmer for another 3 minutes until the vegetables are softening.
  • Finally add the rice noodles and cook for another 2-3 minutes until soft.
  • Serve immediately and top with coriander, chopped red chillies and spring onions.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving, Calories 760, Sugar 11.8 g, Sodium 1150.6 mg, Fat 54.7 g, SaturatedFat 45.9 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 62.7 g, Fiber 6.3 g, Protein 12.9 g, Cholesterol 0 mg

QUICK AND EASY LAKSA



Quick and Easy Laksa image

This laksa is great for those hurried winter weeknights. Simple to put together and tastes terrific. Easy to improvise with the garnish. Sometimes I'll fry up some tofu cubes in lieu of the tofu puffs.

Provided by WillyHay

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

200 g dried rice vermicelli
2 tablespoons peanut oil
2 -3 tablespoons laksa paste
1 liter vegetable stock
750 ml coconut milk
250 g snow peas, halved diagonally (mangetout)
5 spring onions, cut into 3 cm (scallions)
2 tablespoons lime juice
125 g fried tofu, puffs halved
3 tablespoons roughly chopped vietnamese mint
20 g coriander leaves (cilantro)

Steps:

  • Place the vermicelli in a large bowl, cover with boiling water and soak for 5 minutes.
  • Heat the oil in a saucepan, add the laksa paste and cook, stirring, over medium heat for 1 minute, or until fragrant.
  • Add the stock, coconut milk, snowpeas and spring onion and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Pour in the lime juice and season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  • Drain the vermicelli and divide among four bowls.
  • Top with the bean sprouts and fried tofu puffs. Ladle the hot soup into bowls and sprinkle with the fresh mint and coriander.
  • Serve Immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 738.2, Fat 54.1, SaturatedFat 38.1, Sodium 130, Carbohydrate 57.5, Fiber 4.6, Sugar 4, Protein 13.3

CHICKEN LAKSA.....QUICK, EASY AND OH SO TASTY



CHICKEN LAKSA.....quick, Easy and Oh so Tasty image

Make and share this CHICKEN LAKSA.....quick, Easy and Oh so Tasty recipe from Food.com.

Provided by shazzieau

Categories     Curries

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 chicken breasts, sliced
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 small onion, finely diced
1 red chili, seeded and sliced
1 teaspoon minced garlic
230 g valcom laksa paste
1 liter chicken stock
400 ml coconut cream
2 teaspoons fish sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar
3 kaffir lime leaves
200 g rice noodles
200 g bean sprouts, for garnish
1 red chili, seeded and sliced, for garnish
1/2 cup fresh coriander leaves, for garnish

Steps:

  • in a small frypan, saute the chicken in 1 tablespoon of the oil, stirring until cooked through but not brown. drain and put aside.
  • make the rice noodles according to directions on packet and put aside.
  • in a large pot, using the other tablespoon of oil, saute the onion, garlic and chilli until onion is translucent.
  • add the laksa paste and stir till fragrant. add the stock and coconut cream and stir until boiling.
  • add the chicken, sugar, fish sauce and lime leaves. simmer for 2 minutes. remove from heat.
  • TO SERVE:.
  • place desired amount of noodles into bowls, ladle laksa over the noodles, distributing chicken evenly. top with some bean shoots, chilli and coriander.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1000.5, Fat 40.6, SaturatedFat 23.4, Cholesterol 77.2, Sodium 807.6, Carbohydrate 124.7, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 73.9, Protein 34.2

LIGHTER PRAWN LAKSA



Lighter prawn laksa image

Check out our lighter prawn laksa recipe. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and easy laksa recipe is packed with punchy flavour and is super simple to make. What's more, it's low in calories and low in salt

Provided by Amanda James

Categories     Dinner, Lunch

Time 30m

Yield Serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 14

a thumb-sized piece ginger, chopped
1 clove garlic, chopped
2 tbsp laksa paste
1 tsp curry powder
1 tsp mild chilli powder
vegetable oil
1 tin light coconut milk
a handful sugar snap peas
180g raw peeled king prawns
90g rice noodles
a handful bean sprouts
a small bunch coriander, finely chopped
lime wedges
sliced red chilli

Steps:

  • Put the ginger, garlic, laksa paste, curry and chilli powders with 1 tbsp of water in a food processor and whizz to a paste.
  • Heat 2 tsp of vegetable oil in a pan and fry the paste for 2-3 minutes, stirring all the time, until fragrant.
  • Tip in the coconut milk along with 250ml of water, season and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Add the sugar snap peas and prawns, and simmer for 1 minute, then add the noodles and bean sprouts, and simmer for 3 minutes.
  • Serve with a sprinkling of coriander, lime for squeezing and red chilli slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 510 calories, Fat 23.3 grams fat, SaturatedFat 13.2 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 49.1 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 4.5 grams sugar, Fiber 4.5 grams fiber, Protein 23.6 grams protein, Sodium 1.3 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: The fresher the ingredients, the better the laksa will taste. This is especially true for the coconut milk and the seafood.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment: There are many different ways to make laksa, so feel free to adjust the ingredients and proportions to suit your own taste. For example, you can use different types of noodles, vegetables, and proteins.
  • Garnish your laksa before serving: This will make it look more appealing and add extra flavor. Some popular garnishes include cilantro, chopped peanuts, crispy shallots, and lime wedges.

Conclusion:

Laksa is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It's a great way to use up leftover vegetables and seafood, and it's also a good option for a quick and easy meal. If you're looking for a new and exciting dish to try, laksa is definitely worth a try.

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