Description
Jamie Oliver’s Chicken Laksa Soup is a delicious Southeast Asian-inspired noodle soup made with chicken, coconut milk, fresh herbs, and spices like lemongrass and turmeric. It’s known for its creamy and spicy broth, making it a flavorful, comforting meal.
Ingredients
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- Chicken Thighs (skinless, boneless): 400g (14 oz), sliced
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- Coconut Milk: 400ml (about 1 can)
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- Rice Noodles: 200g (7 oz)
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- Chicken Stock: 500ml (2 cups)
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- Lemongrass: 2 stalks, bashed and chopped
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- Ginger: 1-inch piece, grated
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- Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
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- Shallots: 2, finely chopped
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- Turmeric Powder: 1 teaspoon
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- Coriander Seeds (or powder): 1 teaspoon, crushed
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- Chili Paste: 1 tablespoon (adjust for heat preference)
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- Fish Sauce: 2 tablespoons
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- Lime Juice: 2 tablespoons (or from 1 lime)
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- Fresh Coriander (Cilantro): A handful, chopped
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- Bean Sprouts: 1 cup
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- Red Chili (optional): Sliced, for garnish
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- Olive Oil or Vegetable Oil: 2 tablespoons
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Laksa Base
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- Heat the Oil: In a large pot, heat the oil over medium heat.
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- Cook the Aromatics: Add the minced garlic, chopped shallots, grated ginger, lemongrass, coriander seeds, and turmeric. Cook for 2-3 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Step 2: Cook the Chicken
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- Add the Chicken: Stir in the sliced chicken thighs and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned on all sides.
Step 3: Make the Laksa Broth
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- Add the Coconut Milk and Stock: Pour in the coconut milk and chicken stock, stirring to combine.
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- Add Chili Paste and Fish Sauce: Stir in the chili paste and fish sauce. Bring the soup to a gentle simmer.
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- Simmer: Let the soup simmer for 20-25 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the chicken to cook through.
Step 4: Cook the Noodles
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- Prepare the Noodles: While the soup is simmering, cook the rice noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Step 5: Final Seasoning and Garnish
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- Season with Lime Juice: Once the soup has finished simmering, stir in the lime juice to add brightness.
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- Add Fresh Herbs: Stir in the chopped coriander (cilantro) and adjust the seasoning with more fish sauce or chili paste if needed.
Step 6: Serve
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- Assemble the Soup: Divide the cooked rice noodles into bowls and ladle
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- the hot chicken laksa soup over the top.
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- Garnish and Serve: Top each bowl with bean sprouts, fresh coriander, and optional red chili slices for extra heat. Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for added zest.