Best 4 Shrimp Laksa Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to Southeast Asia with our tantalizing Shrimp Laksa recipe, a symphony of flavors that will transport your taste buds. This iconic dish, originating from Peranakan cuisine, seamlessly blends the richness of coconut milk with the aromatic depth of shrimp paste, creating a captivating broth that is both creamy and spicy. Succulent shrimp, tender chicken, and an array of vegetables swim harmoniously in this delightful laksa, while rice noodles provide a delightful textural contrast. As you delve deeper into this article, you'll discover variations of this beloved dish, including a vegetarian laksa bursting with garden-fresh flavors, a tom yum laksa that brings a fiery kick, and a seafood laksa brimming with the bounty of the ocean. Get ready to be captivated by the vibrant colors, enticing aromas, and unforgettable taste of laksa, a true celebration of culinary artistry.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CLASSIC SHRIMP LAKSA WITH RICE NOODLES



Classic Shrimp Laksa with Rice Noodles image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 28

1/2 cup Laksa Curry Paste, recipe follows, or store-bought yellow curry paste or Tom Yum paste
3 cups low-sodium chicken stock
2 tablespoons fish sauce
1 teaspoon light soy sauce
1 teaspoon light brown sugar
Juice of 1 lime
One 14-ounce can coconut milk
7 ounces dried flat wide rice noodles
1 pound medium shrimp, deveined, tails left on
1 1/2 cups bean sprouts
Sea salt
Cayenne pepper or red chili flakes
Small handful fresh cilantro stems
Small handful fresh Thai basil stems
1/4 cup coconut milk
3 tablespoons shrimp paste
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 teaspoons light brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon sea salt
1 teaspoon chopped fresh peeled turmeric root or dried powdered turmeric
1/2 teaspoon chili powder or cayenne pepper
2 cloves garlic, crushed
2 stalks lemongrass, smashed and roughly chopped
One 1-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and sliced
1 yellow onion, chopped
1 red Fresno chile, stemmed and sliced crosswise

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 FLAVOURED PRAWNS/SHRIMP AND HOKKIEN NOODLES



Laksa Flavoured Prawns/Shrimp and Hokkien Noodles image

Came across a file pre ZAAR/Food.com days with some recipes I had Photostatted obviously to try or had tried - this one we tried in March 2005 and I had commented "Very Nice Indeed", so I am now saving it here. All I know is that it is page 16 of a cookbook, don't know which one though. Times and servings sizes are estimated.

Provided by ImPat

Categories     Malaysian

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

450 g hokkien noodles
750 g prawns (raw medium)
1 tablespoon peanut oil
2 white onions (medium 300 grams sliced)
2 garlic cloves (minced)
2 teaspoons ginger (fresh grated)
210 g laksa paste (jar)
1 2/3 cups coconut cream (400ml)
1 cup vegetable stock (250ml)
1 cup bean sprouts (80 grams)
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons coriander leaves (chopped)
2 green onions (chopped)

Steps:

  • Rinse noodles under hot water; drain and then transfer to a large bowl and separate noodles with fork.
  • shell and devein praws, leaving tails intact (I remove tails my preference).
  • Heat oil in wok; stir fry prawns, white onion, garlic and ginger in batches, until prawns are changed in colour.
  • Stir fry Laksa paste in same wok until fragrant and hot.
  • Return prawn mixture to wok with cream, stock, sprouts, juice and noodles and stir fry, tossing until sauce boils
  • Serve Laksa sprinkled with coriander and green onions.

SHRIMP LAKSA



Shrimp Laksa image

This recipe is from Parragon's Thai cooking book. The recipes are delicious and very easy to prepare. This is so good.

Provided by Baby Kato

Categories     Seafood

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 3⁄4 cups milk, coconut, canned
1⁄4 cup cream, coconut, canned
1 cup vegetable stock
1⁄4 cup vermicelli rice noodles
1 pepper, sweet red, cut into thin strips
1 cup bamboo shoot, sliced, canned, drained and rinsed
1⁄16 cup ginger (2 inches)
4 scallions, coarsley chopped
2 tablespoons curry paste, red
2 tablespoons fish sauce
1 teaspoon golden brown sugar
6 sprigs basil, use thai if you can find it...much stronger flavor
16 shrimp, jumbo, unshelled, cooked

Steps:

  • 1. Mix the milk, cream and stock together in a pot and bring slowly to a rapid boil.
  • 2. Lower heat and add the remaining ingredients, except for the shrimp and simmer gently for 5 minutes.
  • 3. Next add the shrimp and simmer until heated through about 4 - 5 minutes.
  • 4. Serve in warmed bowls and enjoy.

SHRIMP LAKSA



Shrimp Laksa image

spicy goodness

Provided by barbara lentz

Categories     Seafood

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 17

FOR THE LAKSA PASTE
8 stalk(s) cilantro with leaves
4 clove garlic
1 fresh red chili seeded
1 stalk(s) lemongrass center part only
1 inch piece ginger peeled
2 Tbsp shrimp paste
peanut oil
SOUP
20 raw shrimp peeled and deveined
2 c fish stock
2 c coconut milk
1/4 c brown sugar
2 tsp each fish sauce and lime juice
4 oz rice noodles
1 c bean sprouts
fresh cilantro for garnish

Steps:

  • 1. For the Laksa paste Place all ingredients except peanut oil in a food processor. While it is processing drizzle in a little peanut oil until a paste forms
  • 2. For the soup: To make the fish stock put the shrimp shells and heads in 3 cups of water and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and simmer until reduced to 2 cups. Strain out the shrimp shells.
  • 3. Heat 1 tsp oil in large saucepan. Add the Laksa paste and stir fry until fragrant. Stir the fish stock, coconut milk, fish sauce ,brown sugar and lime juice. Bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer and simmer for 30 minutes.
  • 4. Meanwhile make the rice noodles according to package directions. Drain and set aside. Add the shrimp and bean sprouts to the soup. Cook about 3 minutes. until shrimp turns pink. Add noodles to bowls, Ladle the soup over the noodles and garnish with cilantro.

Tips:

  • Use fresh shrimp: Fresh shrimp will give your laksa a more flavorful and succulent taste.
  • Clean the shrimp properly: Make sure to remove the heads, shells, and tails from the shrimp before cooking.
  • Marinate the shrimp: Marinating the shrimp in a mixture of spices and herbs will help to enhance their flavor.
  • Use a good quality laksa paste: The laksa paste is the key ingredient in this dish, so make sure to use a good quality paste that is made with fresh ingredients.
  • Simmer the laksa for a long time: Simmering the laksa for a long time will help to develop the flavors and make the soup more flavorful.
  • Add vegetables to the laksa: Vegetables will add color, texture, and nutrients to your laksa.
  • Serve the laksa with your favorite toppings: Some popular toppings for laksa include hard-boiled eggs, bean sprouts, and fried shallots.

Conclusion:

Laksa is a delicious and flavorful Southeast Asian dish that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. With its creamy coconut broth, succulent shrimp, and variety of vegetables, laksa is a dish that is sure to please everyone. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting dish to try, give laksa a try. You won't be disappointed!

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