Laksa King Prawn Noodles
Make Laksa King Prawn Noodles once and it will go straight into your regular rotation. Prep takes about under an hour, cooking around under an hour, and it serves 4. A hot pan and a little patience give you the kind of colour and texture that makes this dish. Read through the tips before you start — a couple of small details go a long way with this one.
- Level Medium
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 Finely sliced Red Chilli
- 2 0.5 tbsp Thai red curry paste
- 1 Vegetable Stock Cube
- 400 ml Can coconut milk
- 2 tsp Fish Sauce
- 100 g Rice Noodles
- 2 Juice of 1, the other halved lime
- 150 g King prawns
- ½ small Pack coriander
Method
- Heat the oil in a medium saucepan and add the chilli. Cook for 1 min, then add the curry paste, stir and cook for 1 min more. Dissolve the stock cube in a large jug in 700ml boiling water, then pour into the pan and stir to combine. Tip in the coconut milk and bring to the boil.
- Add the fish sauce and a little seasoning. Toss in the noodles and cook for a further 3-4 mins until softening. Squeeze in the lime juice, add the prawns and cook through until warm, about 2-3 mins. Scatter over some of the coriander.
- Serve in bowls with the remaining coriander and lime wedges on top for squeezing over.
Tips for the best Laksa King Prawn Noodles
- Read the whole method before you start and measure out the 10 ingredients first — it keeps the pace relaxed once the heat is on.
- Rest the finished dish for a few minutes before serving — it lets the flavours settle and the texture firm up.
- Taste as you go. Seasoning at the end is fine, but adjusting halfway through gives a more balanced result.
- Do not crowd the pan. Cook in batches if needed so everything browns instead of steaming.
Variations
- Vegetable boost: stir in a handful of spinach, peas or diced peppers in the last few minutes of cooking.
- Fusion twist: keep the method but swap the spices for your own favourites — the Malaysian base takes well to it.
- Swap the fish for prawns or tofu — keep the cooking time similar and check for doneness.
Serving ideas
Pairs well with a simple salad and a glass of something cold.
Storage
Best eaten fresh. Leftovers keep covered in the fridge for 2 days; reheat in a hot pan or oven rather than the microwave to bring the crispness back.
Frequently asked questions
Is this Laksa King Prawn Noodles recipe medium to make?
It is rated medium: 10 ingredients and 3 steps. Follow the order and the tips above and it is very forgiving.
What can I substitute for finely sliced red chilli?
Any ingredient with a similar texture and cooking time works; see the variations below for ideas. Keep quantities the same and adjust seasoning at the end.
Can I make Laksa King Prawn Noodles ahead of time?
You can prep all the ingredients a day ahead and keep them covered in the fridge, then cook just before serving for the best texture.
Recipe data via TheMealDB — source
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