Chicken Curry Laksa – Creamy, Spicy Malaysian Noodle Soup Recipe

Chicken Curry Laksa is a bold and comforting Malaysian noodle soup made with a rich coconut curry broth, tender chicken, noodles, and classic toppings like bean sprouts and boiled eggs. It’s spicy, creamy, and full of depth!


Ingredients:

For the Curry Broth:

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

  • 3 tablespoons laksa paste (store-bought or homemade)

  • 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk

  • 3 cups chicken broth

  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce

  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar

  • Salt, to taste

For the Soup:

  • 1 lb boneless chicken thighs, sliced

  • 7 oz rice noodles or egg noodles

  • 1 cup bean sprouts

  • 2 boiled eggs, halved

  • ½ cup tofu puffs (optional)

  • 1 lime, cut into wedges

  • Fresh cilantro and mint leaves, for garnish


Instructions:

1. Cook the Laksa Broth:

  • Heat vegetable oil in a large pot. Add the laksa paste and sauté for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.

  • Stir in coconut milk and chicken broth, then bring to a simmer.

  • Add fish sauce, brown sugar, and salt to taste. Let simmer for 10 minutes.

2. Add Chicken:

  • Add the sliced chicken into the broth and cook for 10–12 minutes until tender and cooked through.

3. Prepare Noodles & Toppings:

  • Cook rice noodles according to package instructions. Drain and divide into bowls.

  • Prepare toppings: slice boiled eggs, rinse bean sprouts, and slice lime wedges.

4. Assemble the Bowls:

  • Pour hot curry broth and chicken over the noodles.

  • Top with bean sprouts, egg halves, tofu puffs, and fresh herbs.

  • Serve with lime wedges for squeezing.


Tips:

  • Make it spicier: Add a dash of chili oil or fresh sliced chilies.

  • Protein swap: Use shrimp, tofu, or a mix of seafood.

  • Laksa paste: Store-bought paste saves time, but you can also make your own for extra authenticity.

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