Easy Chicken Laksa

About this recipe

Laksa is a much-loved Malaysian noodle soup that's become an Aussie food-court favourite. A good store-bought laksa paste does the heavy lifting, so you can have a rich, aromatic bowl on the table in 30 minutes.

Method

1. 1

   Step 1

   Soak the vermicelli in boiling water for 5 minutes until soft. Drain and divide between bowls.

   5 min

2. 2

   Step 2

   Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Fry the laksa paste for 2 minutes, stirring, until fragrant.

   2 min

3. 3

   Step 3

   Add the stock and coconut milk and bring to a gentle simmer.

   5 min

4. 4

   Step 4

   Add the chicken and simmer for 6–8 minutes until cooked through. Stir in the fish sauce and sugar.

   7 min

5. 5

   Step 5

   Ladle the soup over the noodles. Top with bean sprouts and coriander and serve with lime wedges.