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15-Min Laksa with Prawns & Rice Noodles

Rich coconut curry broth built on a shortcut laksa paste, studded with prawns and tender rice noodles. Aromatic, spicy, and on the table in under 15 minutes.

Total time
15 min
Servings
4
Calories
320
Protein
28g
15-Min Laksa with Prawns & Rice Noodles
comfortaromaticmalaysianshrimptendersilkyMain courseweeknight

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Heat a large pot over medium. Add laksa paste and stir constantly for 1 minute until fragrant.

  2. Step 2

    Pour in coconut milk and stock, stirring to combine. Bring to a simmer, then add prawns.

  3. Step 3

    Cook prawns 3–4 minutes until they turn pink and opaque throughout. Do not overcook.

  4. Step 4

    Add rice noodles and stir. If using fresh noodles, cook 2 minutes; dried, 3–4 minutes until tender.

  5. Step 5

    Squeeze lime juice into the pot. Taste and add salt or a pinch more lime as needed.

  6. Step 6

    Ladle into bowls. Serve immediately, drizzling any extra lime over top.

Tools you’ll need

  • large pot (6-quart or bigger)
  • wooden spoon
  • tongs
  • ladle
  • cutting board
  • knife

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