Peranakan Food: Singapore Nonya Laksa Recipe - 娘惹叻沙

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

prawn paste

🥗Healthier: miso paste

💰Cheaper: soy sauce

Miso offers umami flavor while being easier to find.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: seitan

Tofu is a great plant-based protein alternative.

hard-boiled eggs

🥗Healthier: avocado

💰Cheaper: mashed potatoes

Avocado provides creaminess and healthy fats.

Prepare rice noodles according to package instructions and set aside.

Blend shallots, garlic, lemongrass, and galangal into a smooth paste.

Heat oil in a pot over medium heat and sauté the blended paste until fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.

Add prawn paste and cook for another 2 minutes, stirring constantly.

Pour in coconut milk and fish stock, and bring to a simmer, stirring to combine.

Add chicken pieces and cook until tender, about 10-15 minutes.

Incorporate fish cakes and Tau pok, simmering for an additional 5 minutes.

Stir in sugar and adjust seasoning as needed.

Serve the soup over rice noodles in bowls.

Top with bean sprouts, hard-boiled eggs, and fresh coriander.

Garnish with lime wedges and chili paste to taste.

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