Posted on 12th Jul 2025

Malaysian Inspired Laksa

Taste the essence of Malaysian cuisine with this Malaysian-inspired Laksa. This flavorful soup recipe combines aromatic spices, creamy coconut milk, and fresh ingredients for a delightful culinary adventure.

Cuisine

Time

1 hr mins

Servings

4 people people

Ingredients

Laksa paste

2 tsp ground coriander
2 tsp ground cumin
2 tsp turmeric
4 Thai shallots, finely sliced
4 tbsp coconut milk
50g ginger, finely chopped
4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
4 stalks lemongrass, bruised and finely chopped
20 dried chillies, boiled, then soaked overnight. (or a mix of dry and fresh)
2 tsp salt

Noodle soup

4 tbsp vegetable oil
2 tin of coconut milk
1 litre vegetable stock
4 kaffir lime leaves
2 tbsp brown sugar
4-6 tbsp soy sauce
Pinch salt
Pinches of black pepper
200g dried vermicelli rice noodles
2 large limes, juiced
Chilli powder, oil or flakes, to taste
200g bean sprouts
4 spring onions, thinly sliced
Additional salt / soy to taste
½ bunch of coriander leaves to garnish
Tofu puffs

Method

1. Place the spices, chillies, garlic, ginger, lemongrass, and salt into a pestle and mortar and pound to a rough paste. Then add turmeric and shallots and continue to pound to a smooth paste. Finally, add the coconut milk and blend.