How long can I store leftovers?

Stored in an airtight container, the broth can last up to 3 days in the refrigerator.

Can I make this ahead?

Yes, prepare the broth ahead of time and store it in the fridge. Cook the noodles and prawns fresh for serving.

What can I use instead of prawns?

You can substitute prawns with chicken, tofu, or a mix of seafood.

Are there vegetarian options?

Yes, use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth and add more veggies or tofu.

How to reheat leftovers?

Reheat the broth on the stove over medium heat until steaming hot. Add fresh noodles and prawns before serving.

Malaysian Laksa Nyonya

Name: Malaysian Laksa Nyonya
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Soup
Ingredients: Oil; Onion; Garlic; Ginger; Lemongrass; Curry powder; Chili paste; Coconut milk; Chicken broth; Fish sauce; Sugar; Salt; Fresh prawns; Lime juice; Salt and pepper; Rice noodles; Water; Bean sprouts; Fresh coriander leaves; Lime wedges; Red chilies

Rich and Aromatic Coconut Curry Soup with Prawns

A quintessential Malaysian dish, Laksa Nyonya is a savory and spicy noodle soup with a rich coconut curry broth and fresh prawns.

1 h 30 min
4
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Broth

Oil

2 tablespoons

Onion

1, chopped

Garlic

3 cloves, minced

Ginger

1 tablespoon, grated

Lemongrass

2 stalks, bruised

Curry powder

2 tablespoons

Chili paste

1 tablespoon

Coconut milk

400 ml

Chicken broth

800 ml

Fish sauce

2 tablespoons

Sugar

1 tablespoon

Salt

to taste

For the Prawns

Fresh prawns

300 grams, peeled and deveined

Lime juice

1 tablespoon

Salt and pepper

to taste

For the Noodles

Rice noodles

300 grams

Water

for boiling

For the Garnishes

Bean sprouts

1 cup, rinsed

Fresh coriander leaves

to taste

Lime wedges

1 lime, cut into wedges

Red chilies

2, sliced

Preparation

Marinating the Prawns

Combine prawns and marinade

In a bowl, combine prawns with lime juice, salt, and pepper.

Marinate

Let it marinate for 15 minutes.

Drain

Drain and set aside.

Preparing the Noodles

Boil noodles

Boil water in a pot.

Cook noodles

Add rice noodles and cook according to package instructions.

Do not overcook the noodles; they should be firm to the bite.

Drain and rinse

Drain and rinse with cold water to stop cooking.

Toss the drained noodles in a bit of oil to prevent sticking.

Cooking Process

Broth Preparation

Heat oil in a pot, sauté onion, garlic, ginger, and lemongrass until fragrant.

Use medium heat and sauté for about 5 minutes.

Building the Flavor

Stir in curry powder and chili paste, cook for 2 minutes.

Simmering

Add coconut milk, chicken broth, fish sauce, and sugar. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 15 minutes.

Simmer on low heat for 15 minutes.

Plating & Serving