**Fried Seafood Laksa Noodles: A Delightful Fusion of Flavors and Textures**
Embark on a culinary journey to Southeast Asia with this tantalizing Fried Seafood Laksa Noodles recipe. This delectable dish is a harmonious blend of Malaysian and Chinese cuisines, featuring an array of succulent seafood stir-fried in a rich and flavorful laksa sauce, all nestled atop a bed of soft and chewy noodles.
The laksa sauce, the heart of this dish, is a complex and aromatic broth that marries the bold flavors of shrimp paste, coconut milk, and a medley of spices. The addition of stir-fried seafood, including succulent shrimp, кальмары, and fish, adds a delightful depth of flavor and a variety of textures to the dish. The noodles, cooked to perfection, soak up the delicious sauce, creating a harmonious balance of flavors and textures in every bite.
This recipe provides detailed instructions for preparing the laksa sauce from scratch, ensuring an authentic and flavorful experience. It also includes tips for selecting the freshest seafood and vegetables, as well as suggestions for garnishes that will elevate the presentation and taste of your dish.
Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a novice in the kitchen, this Fried Seafood Laksa Noodles recipe will guide you through the process with ease. So, gather your ingredients, turn up the heat, and prepare to tantalize your taste buds with this Southeast Asian delight.
SEAFOOD PAN FRIED NOODLES
Our restaurant-style Seafood Pan Fried Noodles recipe is a classic Cantonese version made with crispy Hong Kong noodles and the perfect amount of sauce.
Provided by Bill
Categories Noodles
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- For this dish, we used scallops, shrimp, and prepared frozen squid that was already cleaned and cut. You can also prepare fresh squid. Do this by cutting the cleaned squid open lengthwise and lightly scoring it with a diamond pattern. See the technique we used in our Stir Fried Squid with Pickled Vegetables.
- Prepare the sauce by mixing together your hot chicken stock with the sesame oil, salt, sugar, oyster sauce, white pepper. Set aside. Separately, mix the cornstarch and water into a slurry and set aside.
- Cut the ends of your choy sum, wash it them well in cold water, and set aside. These will be left whole as they are served in Chinese restaurants.
- Bring a large pot or wok filled with water to a boil. If using fresh noodles, blanch them for 30-60 seconds. If using dried noodles, follow the package directions for cooking times, but make sure they remain al dente. In both cases, place the noodles directly into a cold water bath to stop the cooking and drain thoroughly in a colander.
- Next, heat your wok or nonstick frying pan until hot. Add a tablespoon of oil and swirl it around so it coats your cooking surface. Spread out the noodles in a thin, even layer, and fry for 3 to 5 minutes or until crispy.
- Use a spatula to loosen the noodles. Take a peek under the noodles to ensure they're golden brown. Use a spatula to flip the noodles over. If you can't get it in one shot, flip it over in sections.
- Add another tablespoon of vegetable oil around the sides of the pan, and crisp the other side to get the noodles evenly browned. Transfer the noodles to a serving plate.
- Bring 6 cups of water to a boil in your wok (you can also use the water you boiled the noodles in), and add a tablespoon of oil to the water. Blanch the choy sum for 30 seconds. Remove with a Chinese spider or strainer shaking off the excess water and place around the noodles.
- Next, blanch the shrimp, scallops, and squid by slowly stirring them in the water until just opaque (about 20 seconds). Transfer to a plate. The seafood should be just 70% cooked, since they will be cooked again in the stir-fry step of the dish.
- Start with a clean, dry wok over medium low heat. Spread 1 tablespoon of oil around the perimeter of your wok. Add the ginger and cook for 10 to 20 seconds.
- Stir in the garlic, scallions, carrots and mushrooms, turning the heat up to the highest setting. Next, add the shrimp, scallops, and squid. Stir-fry for 10 seconds, and add the wine.
- Next, add the sauce mixture, and bring to a simmer. Stir the cornstarch slurry to ensure it's combined, and add ⅔ of it while stirring the contents of the wok. Cook for 15 seconds. The sauce should be thick enough to coat a spoon. Add the rest of the cornstarch slurry until the sauce is your preferred consistency.
- Pour the entire mixture over the noodles and serve immediately. Serve with hot chili oil on the side!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 584 kcal, Carbohydrate 57 g, Protein 36 g, Fat 23 g, SaturatedFat 16 g, Cholesterol 321 mg, Sodium 1127 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving
CLASSIC SHRIMP LAKSA WITH RICE NOODLES
Steps:
- Heat a wok over medium-high heat. Add the Laksa Curry Paste and cook, stirring, 2 to 3 minutes. Pour in the chicken stock, fish sauce, soy sauce, sugar, lime juice and coconut milk and stir well. Bring to a simmer, and then reduce the heat and cook for 5 minutes. Stir in the shrimp and cook until just cooked through, about 2 minutes. Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook the noodles until al dente, about 3 minutes, and then drain and rinse under cold water to refresh. Add 3/4 cup of the bean sprouts to the shrimp mixture. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and cayenne pepper. To serve, divide the noodles between 2 large, shallow bowls and ladle the shrimp and broth over each. Garnish with clusters of cilantro and basil, sprinkle the remaining sprouts over the top and serve immediately.
- Combine the coconut milk, shrimp paste, oil, brown sugar, coriander, cumin, salt, turmeric, chili powder, garlic, lemongrass, ginger, onions and chiles in a food processor or blender and whiz into a smooth paste. Transfer to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Yield: about 2 cups.
LAKSA
Laksa is spicy, fragrant noodle soup found across Southeast Asia. Our recipe doesn't shy away from strong, authentic flavors while also being easy to make.
Provided by Sarah
Categories Noodle Soup
Time 1h10m
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper (we used white pepper, but you can also use black pepper), and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake in the oven for 40 minutes. Remove from the oven and set aside.
- While the chicken is cooking, heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large saucepan or medium pot over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and ginger and cook for 1 minute. Add the minced lemongrass and chilies, and cook for 3 minutes.
- Add the laksa paste and brown sugar. Fry for another 3 minutes, letting all the flavors meld together. Add the chicken stock, coconut milk, and fish sauce. Bring to a boil. Add the soy puffs, cover, and allow to simmer for 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, rinse the noodles in warm water (for cooked hokkien noodles or rice vermicelli) or prepare according to package instructions (for fresh or dried wheat noodles). Distribute among four large noodle soup bowls.
- Shred the cooked chicken and skin and distribute among the bowls. Pour any juices from the roasting pan into the broth. (You can even use a little bit of warm water to scrape any lingering tasty bits off the parchment paper).
- Season the broth with lime juice and more fish sauce to taste, until your broth has reached your desired levels of saltiness/sourness. If you would rather not use fish sauce as your salting agent (it can be quite pungent to some palates), season with salt instead.
- Meanwhile, toss the thinly sliced shallots in flour until they're lightly coated. In a cast iron pan, heat an additional 2 tablespoons oil. Fry the shallots until crispy and set aside.
- Season the shrimp with salt and pepper and sear them in the same oil you used to cook the shallots, just until they're cooked through.
- To assemble the laksa, pour the broth over the noodles and chicken, and add a couple pieces of soy puff to each. Top with the cooked shrimp, bean sprouts, cilantro, and fried shallots. Serve with extra lime wedges, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 979 kcal, Carbohydrate 86 g, Protein 53 g, Fat 59 g, SaturatedFat 35 g, Cholesterol 156 mg, Sodium 921 mg, Fiber 7 g, Sugar 17 g, ServingSize 1 serving
Tips:
- Use fresh seafood. This will give your laksa a more flavorful taste.
- Don't overcook the seafood. Seafood cooks quickly, so be careful not to overcook it or it will become tough.
- Use a variety of vegetables. This will add color, flavor, and nutrients to your laksa.
- Make sure the laksa is well-seasoned. Laksa is a flavorful dish, so don't be afraid to add plenty of spices and herbs.
- Serve the laksa with your favorite toppings. Some popular toppings include bean sprouts, hard-boiled eggs, and fried shallots.
Conclusion:
Fried seafood laksa is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. With its flavorful broth, variety of vegetables, and succulent seafood, laksa is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give fried seafood laksa a try!
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