Fish Laksa
Prep
15 mins
Cook
30 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
Fish laksa is one of my favorite weeknight dinners because it comes together in just 45 minutes from start to table. This aromatic Southeast Asian soup is bursting with flavor from fresh lemongrass, galangal, and chilies, creating a rich and warming broth that feels fancy but honestly couldn't be easier. The best part is that fish is packed with omega 3 fatty acids, which are wonderful for your heart and brain health. Since the ingredients are simple and the technique straightforward, you don't need any special cooking skills to nail this dish. Trust me, once you taste this at home, you'll never order it again.
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Ingredients
- 400 gfish(cut into small pieces)
- 200 glaksa noodles
- 2 piecespepper(for garnish)
- 2 pclemongrass(bruised)
- 1 piecegalangal(peeled)
- 3 pieceschilies(diced)
- 2 piecesginger(grated)
- 400 mlfish broth
- 200 mlcoconut milk
- 2 tbspsoy sauce
- 1 tbspsesame oil
- 1 tspsalt
- 1 tspsugar
- 1 piecescallions(chopped)
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Heat the sesame oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the lemongrass, galangal, and ginger and sauté until fragrant.
Tip: Be careful not to burn the ginger.
- 2
Add the chilies and cook for 1 minute.
Tip: Use a spatula to stir the mixture frequently.
- 3
Add the fish and cook until it is opaque and flaky.
Tip: Do not overcrowd the pot.
- 4
Add the fish broth and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes.
Tip: Let the broth simmer while you prepare the noodles and toppings.
- 5
Cook the laksa noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Tip: Rinse the noodles in cold water to stop the cooking process.
- 6
In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, sugar, and salt.
Tip: Adjust the seasoning to taste.
- 7
To assemble the laksa, place some noodles in a bowl, add slices of fish, and ladle the hot broth over the top.
Tip: Garnish with scallions, pepper, and a sprinkle of laksa noodles.
- 8
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Tip: Laksa is best served fresh, but it can be refrigerated for up to 2 days.
- 9
Optional: Add a dollop of coconut milk and a sprinkle of sesame seeds on top of the laksa for extra flavor and texture.
Tip: This will add an extra layer of creaminess to the dish.
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