Malaysian Curry Laksa – Creamy, Spicy Noodle Soup You’ll Crave

If you’ve never tried Laksa, get ready to fall in love. This Malaysian curried noodle soup is a rich, fiery hug in a bowl—infused with coconut milk, curry spices, and topped with noodles, tofu, shrimp, and herbs.

It’s the ultimate comfort dish, perfect for when you’re craving something cozy, fragrant, and utterly satisfying.

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Quick Recipe Overview:

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 35 minutes
• Servings: 4
• Difficulty: Medium

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Ingredients:

Laksa Paste (or use store-bought):

• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 small onion
• 1 tbsp grated ginger
• 1 tbsp lemongrass (white part only)
• 1 tbsp curry powder
• 1 tsp chili flakes
• 1 tsp shrimp paste or fish sauce
• 1 tbsp oil (for sautéing)

Soup Base:

• 1 tbsp oil
• Laksa paste (above or store-bought)
• 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tsp sugar
• Salt to taste

Toppings:

• 200g (7 oz) rice noodles, soaked or cooked
• 200g shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 1 cup bean sprouts
• 1/2 block fried tofu (cubed)
• 1 boiled egg (halved, optional)
• Fresh cilantro, mint, and lime wedges (for garnish)

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Instructions:

1. Make the Laksa Paste: Blend all paste ingredients until smooth. You can also use your favorite store-bought laksa paste to save time.
2. Build the Base: Heat oil in a large pot. Sauté the paste for 2–3 minutes until aromatic. Add broth, coconut milk, soy sauce, and sugar. Simmer for 10 minutes.
3. Add Shrimp & Tofu: Toss in the shrimp and tofu cubes. Simmer until shrimp are pink and cooked through (about 3–4 minutes).
4. Assemble the Bowls: Divide cooked rice noodles among bowls. Pour the hot soup and toppings over them. Finish with bean sprouts, boiled egg halves, fresh herbs, and a squeeze of lime.

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Tips & Variations:

• Vegan? Skip shrimp and egg, add mushrooms or jackfruit.
• No rice noodles? Try egg noodles or vermicelli.
• Make it extra spicy with chili oil or sliced fresh chilies.
• Freeze leftover soup base (without noodles or shrimp) for future use.

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Why You’ll Love It:

This Malaysian Curry Laksa is a full sensory experience. It’s creamy, spicy, tangy, and totally customizable. Whether you’re exploring Malaysian cuisine or revisiting a travel memory, this soup brings bold flavor to your bowl—fast.

Once you try it, you’ll be hooked.