
Crab Laksa
Prep
15 mins
Cook
30 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
Indulge in the rich flavors of this spicy crab laksa, a popular Southeast Asian noodle soup.
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Ingredients
- 200rice noodles
- 400crab meat
- 400coconut milk
- 800chicken broth
- 2 tablespoonslime juice
- 2 tablespoonsfish sauce
- 1 tablespoonsugar
- 1 teaspoonground cumin
- 1 teaspoonpaprika
- 1 teaspoonred pepper flakes
- 3 clovesgarlic
- 2 piecesginger
- 1scallions
- 1cilantro
Instructions
- 1
Cook the rice noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Tip: Use a colander to rinse the noodles.
- 2
In a large pot, combine the coconut milk, chicken broth, lime juice, fish sauce, sugar, cumin, paprika, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a simmer.
Tip: Stir occasionally to prevent scorching.
- 3
Add the crab meat and cook for 2-3 minutes, until heated through.
Tip: Be gentle to prevent breaking the crab meat.
- 4
Add the garlic and ginger to the pot and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
Tip: Use a spoon to scrape the bottom of the pot.
- 5
To assemble the laksa, place some noodles in a bowl, followed by the crab mixture, and finish with scallions, cilantro, and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes.
Tip: Garnish with additional cilantro and lime wedges, if desired.
- 6
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Tip: Laksa is best served fresh, but it can be refrigerated for up to 24 hours.
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