Prawn Laksa
This prawn laksa is a rich, creamy, and aromatic noodle soup made with coconut milk, bold spices, and tender prawns. A quick and easy prawn laksa recipe that delivers authentic flavor, perfect for a comforting and satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southeast Asian
Ingredients
- Prawns
- Rice noodles
- Coconut milk
- Chicken or seafood broth
- Laksa paste
- Garlic
- Ginger
- Onion
- Fish sauce
- Lime juice
- Brown sugar
- Chili
- Bean sprouts
- Fresh herbs (cilantro, Thai basil, or mint)
- Boiled eggs
Instructions
- Prepare rice noodles according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- Heat oil in a large pot and sauté onion, garlic, and ginger until fragrant.
- Add laksa paste and cook for 1 minute to release flavors.
- Pour in broth and coconut milk, stirring well.
- Season with fish sauce, brown sugar, and lime juice.
- Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add prawns and cook until pink and just cooked through.
- Divide noodles into serving bowls.
- Ladle hot broth and prawns over noodles.
- Top with bean sprouts, herbs, chili slices, and boiled eggs.
- Serve immediately with extra lime wedges if desired.
Notes
Do not overcook prawns to keep them tender.Adjust spice level by controlling laksa paste and chili.Store noodles and broth separately for best texture.Use full-fat coconut milk for a richer broth.
Find it online: https://cookibly.com/prawn-laksa/
