Stanley's laksa is a delectable Malaysian dish that strikes a harmonious balance between sweet, sour, and spicy flavors. Originating from the bustling city of Penang, this noodle soup has gained immense popularity worldwide due to its unique blend of aromatic spices, creamy coconut milk, and an ensemble of colorful ingredients. Whether you're a seasoned laksa aficionado or a curious culinary adventurer, this journey will guide you in creating an authentic and lip-smacking rendition of Stanley's laksa in the comfort of your own kitchen.
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STANLEY'S LAKSA PASTE
Chef Stanley Wong recommends visiting an Asian or Indian market to find many of these ingredients.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Cuisine-Inspired Recipes Chinese-Inspired Recipes
Yield Makes 1 3/4 cups
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a food processor, combine lemongrass, garlic, turmeric, galangal, ginger, candlenuts, onion, chiles, shrimp paste, and 1/2 cup water. Process to form a smooth paste.
- In a medium skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add paste mixture and cook, stirring constantly, until golden and aromatic, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from heat, and add palm sugar, stirring to dissolve. May be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.
SINGAPORE LAKSA RECIPE BY TASTY
Get a tantalising taste of Singapore for yourself with this spiced bowl of laksa.
Provided by VisitSingapore
Categories Lunch
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 27
Steps:
- Remove the heads and shells from prawns and set aside in a bowl, then devein and set the prawn meat aside in a separate bowl.
- To make the prawn stock, add cooking oil to a large saucepan on medium-high heat. Add prawn heads and shells then stir for 5 minutes, crushing the heads to release the flavour.
- Add water and chicken stock, then simmer for 45 minutes allowing the stock to reduce.
- Remove prawn shells then strain the broth into a bowl through a sieve.
- In a food processor, add dried chilli, red chilli, dried shrimp, shrimp paste (belacan), garlic, shallot, ginger, blue ginger (galangal), turmeric root, candle nuts and lemongrass stalk, then pulse for 5 minutes until a thick paste forms.
- Add cooking oil to a large saucepan then add the laksa paste and cook for 5 minutes until fragrant. Add palm sugar, fish sauce, coconut milk and prawn stock stirring to combine. Simmer the mixture for 15 minutes then add the prawns and tofu puffs, cooking for 3 minutes to finish.
- To serve, add vermicelli noodles to a bowl then top with bean sprouts, cockles and slices of fish cake. Ladle in scoops of the laksa making sure to include tofu puffs and prawns. Top with a handful of finely chopped laksa leaves and optional chilli paste.
- Enjoy!
STANLEY'S LAKSA
Chef Stanley Wong recommends visiting an Asian or Indian market to find many of these ingredients.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Soups, Stews & Stocks Soup Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan, bring chicken stock and coconut milk to a boil. Stir in laksa paste, and let simmer for 15 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Using an immersion blender, blend until smooth. Pass mixture through a chinois or a fine-mesh sieve lined with cheesecloth. Transfer to a second saucepan, and keep warm over medium-low heat. Add bean curd, and cook for 3 minutes.
- Season shrimp with salt and pepper. Heat a large skillet over high heat. Add shrimp, and sear on both sides until just cooked through, about 2 minutes. Remove, and set aside.
- Bring a large saucepan of water to a boil; add salt. Add noodles, and heat through. Drain, and divide among four large soup bowls. Pour soup over noodles, and top with bean sprouts, shrimp, and herb leaves. Serve immediately.
LAKSA
I spent a considerable number of years an Asian expatriate in the Western world, mostly as a student. Back when I was in boarding school in Australia, one of the things I missed the most were the steamy dishes from back home served in some spicy fragrant gravy. On Saturdays my friends and I would walk down to Chinatown and order a large bowl of laksa. However, the chef inside me pushed me to come up with my own version of the dish. Entertain your tastebuds with the following recipe!
Provided by ambernova
Categories Curries
Time 31m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 24
Steps:
- Boil chicken and/or seafood to make stock. If you're using tofu, then deep-fry tofu. Drain.
- Make laksa paste. Spices are best ground on the stone mortar and pestle to form laksa paste. It is best to start working from the coriander seeds and add one ingredient at a time once the spices form a smooth paste. Add dashes of salt to make the tougher ingredients (e.g. chili, lemongrass, garlic) easier to grind. If you don't have stone, you can also use the food processor. If possible, avoid adding water to the laksa paste.
- Heat enough oil in a saucepan to cover laksa paste. Stir-fry laksa paste, basil leaves, and knotted lemongrass till fragrant then add chicken/seafood/tofu.
- Add stock and slowly bring to boil over low heat.
- Add coconut milk, stir, and simmer.
- Boil noodles and drain. Add sesame oil and set aside.
- Serve immediately with noodles and garnish.
Tips:
- Use the freshest ingredients available. This will make all the difference in the flavor of your laksa. - Don't be afraid to experiment with different types of seafood. Laksa is a versatile dish that can be made with a variety of seafood, so feel free to use what you like best. - If you can't find laksa paste, you can make your own using a recipe from the internet or from a cookbook. - Be sure to use a good quality coconut milk. This will give your laksa a rich and creamy flavor. - Don't overcook the noodles. Laksa noodles should be cooked until they are al dente, or slightly firm to the bite. - Serve your laksa with a variety of toppings, such as hard-boiled eggs, bean sprouts, and fried shallots. This will add flavor and texture to the dish.Conclusion:
Laksa is a delicious and versatile dish that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and satisfying laksa that will be sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a new dish to try, give laksa a try. You won't be disappointed!
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