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Laksa Lemak

Name: Laksa Lemak
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Malaysian
Ingredients: 400 g Rice noodles; 300 g Prawns; 150 g Fried tofu puffs; 500 ml Coconut milk; 800 ml Prawn or chicken stock; 3 pieces Lemongrass; 30 g Galangal; 8 pieces Dried chillies; 6 pieces Shallots; 1 tbsp Belacan shrimp paste; 2 tsp Turmeric; To taste Bean sprouts, cucumber, lime; 80 ml Neutral oil

Laksa Lemak is a classic Malaysian soup that holds a distinguished place in traditional cooking. Celebrated for its wholesome ingredients and time-honored preparation, this dish brings authentic regional character to the home kitchen.

Carefully prepared featuring Rice noodles, Prawns, Fried tofu puffs, Coconut milk, Prawn or chicken stock, Lemongrass, Galangal, Dried chillies, Shallots, Belacan shrimp paste, Turmeric, Bean sprouts, cucumber, lime and Neutral oil, the ingredients are simmered and seasoned to achieve a satisfying depth of flavor. The cooking process allows natural aromas to develop, ensuring each portion is both hearty and flavorful.

Serve hot alongside fresh bread, steamed grains, or a crisp seasonal salad for a well-rounded dining experience.

If you enjoy authentic Malaysian cooking, be sure to also explore our recipe for Apam Balik.

Difficulty: mediumPrep: 30 minCook: 30 minServes 4

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Ingredients

Rice noodles400 g
Prawns300 g
Fried tofu puffs150 g
Coconut milk500 ml
Prawn or chicken stock800 ml
Lemongrass3 pieces
Galangal30 g
Dried chillies8 pieces
Shallots6 pieces
Belacan shrimp paste1 tbsp
Turmeric2 tsp
Bean sprouts, cucumber, limeTo taste
Neutral oil80 ml

Step-by-Step Instructions

5 steps

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Step 1🥄 Mix

Soak the dried chillies in boiling water for fifteen minutes, then blend them with the shallots, lemongrass, galangal, turmeric and belacan to a smooth paste.

Step 2🍳 Fry

Fry the paste in the oil over medium heat for fifteen minutes, stirring. It is ready when the oil starts separating and rising at the edges.

Step 3♨️ Boil

Pour in the stock, bring it to the boil and simmer ten minutes. Add the prawns and tofu for three minutes.

Step 4♨️ Boil

Add the coconut milk and warm it through without letting it boil hard. Season.

Step 5✨ Serve

Divide the cooked noodles between bowls, ladle the broth over and serve the sprouts, cucumber and lime alongside.

👨‍🍳 Chef's Culinary Notes

Cultural Heritage

Laksa Lemak carries a rich culinary tradition rooted in regional home cooking. Developed over generations, the recipe highlights wholesome local ingredients prepared with time-honored kitchen techniques.

Dietary Substitutions

For a richer sauce, replace a portion of the water with homemade bone broth, vegetable stock, or a splash of dry wine or red wine vinegar to cut through richness.

Chef Technique Tips

Take the time to thoroughly sear and brown rice noodles in batches before adding the braising liquid. The caramelized fond deposited on the bottom of the pot dissolves into the stew, providing depth and body that cannot be rushed.

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