Authentic Coconut and Seafood Laksa Recipe

Preparation Time: 15m
Cook Time: 35m
Total Time: 50m
Servings: 4

13 September 2023 4.8

This Authentic Coconut and Seafood Laksa is a rich and aromatic dish, perfect for a hearty meal. It combines spicy laksa paste with creamy coconut milk and fresh seafood, topped with vibrant garnishes. Enjoy the complex flavours and textures of this traditional Southeast Asian soup.

Ingredients:

1 kg large green King prawns
8 fresh mussels (to garnish)
200 g laksa paste
400 ml can coconut milk
3 tsp Salt
1 tsp brown sugar
200 g rice vermicelli noodles
1 tbs peanut oil
200 g fresh bean sprouts
⅓ cup chopped fresh mint
1/4 cup chopped fresh coriander

Instructions:

1 Prepare Noodles:
Soak vermicelli noodles in a large bowl of boiling water until cooked, approximately 8 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water. Divide between 4 bowls.
2 Cook Laksa Paste:
- Heat oil in a wok over medium-high heat. Add laksa paste and cook for 1 minute.
- Stir in sugar, salt, and coriander. Add stock and bring to a boil. Then add coconut milk and simmer for 5 minutes.
3 Cook Seafood:
Add prawns and cook for about 2 minutes, or until they turn pink.
4 Assemble and Serve:
Pour or ladle the hot laksa over the noodles in the bowls. Garnish with mussels, fresh bean sprouts, and mint leaves. Serve immediately while hot.