Foreigners cook laksa at home! - Malaysia quarantine cooking vlog

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

curry paste

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: store-bought curry powder

Homemade blends can be tailored to taste.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: tofu

Tofu is a budget-friendly protein alternative.

hard-boiled eggs

🥗Healthier: poached eggs

💰Cheaper: omit eggs

Poached eggs add richness without extra cost.

Saute garlic and onion until golden.

Add chicken and cook until halfway done.

Pour in coconut milk and stir.

Add fish sauce, turmeric, and curry powder, mixing until combined.

Add chili paste and tomato puree for flavor and color.

Heat prepackaged yellow noodles until warm.

In bowls, layer noodles, bean sprouts, and garnishes including boiled eggs, mint leaves, and purple onion.

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