Semporna Seafood Laksa

Semporna Seafood Laksa is a flavorful and aromatic noodle soup that originates from the coastal region of Sabah, Malaysia. This dish is known for its rich and spicy coconut-based broth, filled with an assortment of fresh seafood and herbs.

Semporna Seafood Laksa

Ingredients

  • 400g fresh prawns, peeled and deveined
  • 300g squid, cleaned and sliced
  • 400g mussels, cleaned and debearded
  • 200g rice vermicelli noodles
  • 4 cups coconut milk
  • 4 cups seafood or chicken stock
  • 4 stalks lemongrass, bruised
  • 4 kaffir lime leaves
  • 4 tbsp laksa paste
  • 2 tbsp fish sauce
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 cup bean sprouts
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
  • 4 hard-boiled eggs, halved
  • Lime wedges, for serving

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat the laksa paste over medium heat for 2 minutes.
  2. Add the lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, and coconut milk. Simmer for 10 minutes.
  3. Pour in the stock, fish sauce, and brown sugar. Bring to a gentle boil.
  4. Add the prawns, squid, and mussels. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the seafood is cooked through.
  5. Cook the rice vermicelli noodles according to package instructions.
  6. Divide the noodles among serving bowls and ladle the laksa broth over the noodles.
  7. Top with bean sprouts, cilantro, and a halved hard-boiled egg. Serve with lime wedges.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
30 minutes
Total time:
50 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Carbohydrates
25g
Protein
20g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Large pot Ladle Serving bowls

Tools

Cutting board Knife Tongs

Serving suggestions

Semporna Seafood Laksa is best served hot, with a side of steamed white rice or crusty bread to soak up the flavorful broth.

Tips & tricks

For an extra kick of heat, add a spoonful of sambal or chili paste to your laksa before serving.

Cost

$25