Laksa Instant Ramen
User Reviews
5
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
2
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Calories
689 kcal
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Course
Main Course
Laksa Instant Ramen
Description
This recipe begins by stir-frying laksa paste with brown sugar to release its aromatics, which builds the spicy and savory base of the soup. Adding water, coconut milk, and seasoning packets from chicken and shrimp instant noodles creates a flavorful broth with layers of seasoning. The instant noodles are cooked briefly just until softened but still retain some firmness.
The soup is served immediately, divided between bowls and garnished with fresh cilantro, chopped scallions, and optional finely chopped Thai bird chili for heat. Lime wedges are provided to squeeze in, adding brightness and acidity to balance the creamy and spicy broth.
This dish is a convenient option for a warming, spicy noodle soup that can be put together quickly using familiar pantry ingredients. It merges the convenience of instant ramen with the flavors of laksa, yielding a comforting meal suitable for casual cooking.
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons laksa paste
- 2 teaspoons brown sugar
- 3 1/2 cups water
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 package Maruchan Chicken-flavored Instant Noodles
- 1 package Maruchan Shrimp-flavored Instant Noodles
- 1/4 cup cilantro leaves
- 1 scallion (chopped)
- 1 Thai bird chili (finely chopped, optional)
- 2 lime wedges
Instructions
- Place a medium (2 qt.) pot over medium heat. Add the laksa paste and brown sugar, and cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently.
- Add the water, coconut milk, and the seasoning packets from the instant noodles. Bring to a simmer.
- Add the instant noodles, and cook for just 2 minutes, until softened but still al dente.
- Divide the noodles and soup between two bowls, and top each with cilantro, scallions, chili (if using), and a lime wedge. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 689 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 689kcal | 34% |
| Carbohydrates | 64g | 21% |
| Protein | 29g | 58% |
| Fat | 38g | 58% |
| Saturated Fat | 28g | 140% |
| Cholesterol | 257mg | 86% |
| Sodium | 2561mg | 107% |
| Potassium | 457mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 232IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 12mg | 13% |
| Calcium | 163mg | 16% |
| Iron | 9mg | 50% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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