Asam Laksa with Shrimp
Tangy, aromatic Malaysian fish soup with shrimp and rice noodles. Built on tamarind paste and laksa paste for authentic flavor in under 20 minutes.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 280
- Protein
- 22g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Bring stock to a boil in a large pot over medium-high heat, about 3 minutes.
Step 2
Stir in laksa paste and tamarind paste until smooth. Simmer 2 minutes to bloom flavors.
Step 3
Add shrimp. Simmer until opaque and cooked through, 3–4 minutes. Don't overcook.
Step 4
While shrimp cooks, soak rice noodles in hot water until softened, about 4 minutes. Drain.
Step 5
Squeeze lime juice into the broth. Taste and adjust salt and spice as needed.
Step 6
Divide noodles into bowls. Ladle broth and shrimp over top. Garnish with cilantro and chili.
Tools you’ll need
- large pot (4–5 quart)
- wooden spoon
- bowls
- ladle
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