Delicious and Flavorful Fried Seafood Laksa Noodles

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Delicious and Flavorful Fried Seafood Laksa Noodles
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
40mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on September 19, 2023

Indulge in the rich and aromatic flavors of Southeast Asia with this mouthwatering recipe for Fried Seafood Laksa Noodles. Combining fresh seafood, a medley of spices, and creamy coconut milk, this dish is sure to satisfy your taste buds. With a preparation time of just 30 minutes, you can have a restaurant-quality meal in the comfort of your own home. Perfect for seafood lovers and fans of Asian cuisine, this recipe is truly a must-try.

Ingredients

  • 200g fresh prawns, peeled and deveined
  • 200g squid, cleaned and sliced into rings
  • 200g mussels, cleaned and debearded
  • 250g rice noodles
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 red chili, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon laksa paste
  • 1 can (400ml) coconut milk
  • 2 cups seafood stock
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
  • Lime wedges (for serving)

Directions

  1. Soak the rice noodles in a bowl of hot water for about 10 minutes or until softened. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, and red chili. Cook until the onion is translucent and the mixture is fragrant.
  3. Add the laksa paste to the pan and stir-fry for about a minute, until it becomes aromatic.
  4. Pour in the coconut milk and seafood stock. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
  5. Add the prawns, squid, and mussels to the pan. Cook for 3-4 minutes or until the seafood is cooked through and the mussels have opened. Discard any unopened mussels.
  6. Stir in the fish sauce, soy sauce, lime juice, and brown sugar. Adjust the seasoning according to your taste.
  7. Divide the soaked rice noodles among serving bowls. Ladle the hot seafood laksa over the noodles.
  8. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side. Enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • Laksa is a popular dish in Southeast Asia, particularly in Malaysia and Singapore.
  • Laksa is known for its spicy and aromatic flavors, usually achieved through the use of ingredients such as chili, lemongrass, and shrimp paste.
  • The word 'laksa' is derived from the Persian word 'lakhsha,' which means 'slippery,' referring to the slippery rice noodles used in the dish.