Quick Penang Laksa
70% asli · Malaysian
A simplified version of the classic Penang Laksa, this recipe uses pre-made curry paste and canned fish to significantly reduce preparation time while still capturing the essential spicy and sour flavors.
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Bahan
- Canned Sardines in Tomato Sauce2 cans (approx. 400g)
- Chicken or Fish Stock1.5 liters
- Laksa Paste (store-bought)4 tbsp
- Tamarind Paste2 tbsp
- Lemongrass stalks1
- Water500ml
- Saltto taste
- Laksa noodles (thick rice noodles)400g
- Cucumber1/2
- Red onion1/4
- Mint leavesa small bunch
- Chili padi (optional, for extra heat)1-2
Langkah
- 1
Drain the canned sardines, reserving the sauce. Mash the sardines slightly.
- 2
In a pot, combine chicken or fish stock, water, and laksa paste. Add the bruised lemongrass stalk. Bring to a simmer.
- 3
Stir in the mashed sardines and their reserved sauce. Add tamarind paste. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, allowing flavors to meld. Season with salt.
- 4
Cook laksa noodles according to package directions. Drain and rinse.
- 5
Prepare garnishes: julienne cucumber and red onion. Chop mint leaves. Finely slice chili padi if using.
- 6
To serve, place noodles in bowls. Ladle the hot laksa broth over the noodles. Garnish with cucumber, red onion, mint, and chili padi.
