Perfect Veggie Laksa

Ingredients:

1. 200g rice noodles (350 kcal)
2. 1 can (400ml) coconut milk (960 kcal)
3. 1 cup vegetable broth
4. 1 tbsp vegetable oil
5. 1 onion, finely chopped
6. 2 cloves garlic, minced
7. 1 tbsp ginger, grated
8. 2 tbsp laksa paste
9. 1 cup broccoli florets
10. 1 carrot, julienned
11. 1 red bell pepper, sliced
12. 150g tofu, cubed (180 kcal)
13. 1 cup bean sprouts
14. Fresh cilantro and lime wedges for garnish

Cooking Steps:

Step 1: Cook Rice Noodles

• Cook rice noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

Step 2: Sauté Aromatics

• In a large pot, heat vegetable oil. Sauté chopped onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger until aromatic.

Step 3: Add Laksa Paste

• Stir in laksa paste, cooking for a minute to release its flavors.

Step 4: Incorporate Coconut Milk

• Pour in coconut milk and vegetable broth. Bring to a gentle simmer.

Step 5: Add Vegetables

• Add broccoli, julienned carrot, sliced red bell pepper, and tofu cubes. Simmer until vegetables are tender.

Step 6: Adjust Seasoning

• Adjust the seasoning with salt or soy sauce according to taste.

Step 7: Assemble Laksa

• Divide cooked rice noodles among serving bowls.
• Ladle the veggie laksa broth and vegetables over the noodles.

Step 8: Garnish and Serve

• Garnish with bean sprouts, fresh cilantro, and lime wedges.
• Serve immediately and enjoy the comforting goodness of Veggie Laksa.

Delight in the flavors of this Veggie Laksa—a bowl that harmonizes bold spices with nourishing vegetables, embodying the heartwarming essence of Southeast Asian culinary traditions.