Nut-Free Curry Laksa

Dive into a comforting bowl of *Nut-Free Curry Laksa*, a vibrant, allergy-friendly twist on the classic Southeast Asian favorite. This aromatic dish features silky rice noodles bathed in a rich, coconut-based broth infused with bold flavors of lemongrass, ginger, garlic, and chili peppers. Earthy spices like turmeric, coriander, and cumin enhance its depth, while tofu puffs soak up the creamy broth for added texture. Topped with crisp beansprouts, fresh cilantro, mint, and a squeeze of lime, this curry laksa is a refreshing, nut-free delight that's perfect for slurping. Quick to prepare in just 50 minutes, this recipe makes a hearty, flavorful meal for four, ideal for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 200 grams rice noodles
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 stalks lemongrass stalks
• 1 inch piece ginger
• 4 cloves garlic cloves
• 2 medium shallots
• 2 whole red chili peppers
• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 400 ml coconut milk
• 500 ml vegetable broth
• 200 grams tofu puffs
• 100 grams beansprouts
• 1 whole lime
• 0.5 bunch fresh cilantro
• 0.5 bunch fresh mint
• 0 to taste salt

Directions

Step 1

Soak the rice noodles in hot water for 10 minutes, or until softened. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

Peel and chop the lemongrass, ginger, garlic, shallots, and red chili peppers. Blend these with a splash of water to form a smooth paste.

Step 3

Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the paste and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant and the oil starts to separate.

Step 4

Stir in the ground turmeric, coriander powder, and cumin powder. Cook for another 2 minutes.

Step 5

Pour in the coconut milk and vegetable broth, stirring to combine. Bring to a simmer and cook gently for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 6

Add the tofu puffs to the pot and simmer for another 5 minutes.

Step 7

Season the laksa with salt according to taste.

Step 8

To assemble, divide the softened noodles among four serving bowls. Ladle the curry broth and tofu puffs over the noodles.

Step 9

Top each bowl with beansprouts, lime wedges, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro and mint.

Step 10

Serve immediately, encouraging guests to squeeze lime juice over their laksa before eating.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1810.1 grams (1810.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1625

Total Fat 78.20g	100%
Saturated Fat 11.40g	57%
Polyunsaturated Fat 18.40g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4189mg	182%
Total Carbohydrate 198.70g	72%
Dietary Fiber 23.50g	84%
Total Sugars 50.70g
Protein 52.10g	104%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1105mg	85%
Iron 29mg	158%
Potassium 3582mg	76%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.2%

Protein: 12.2%

Carbs: 46.6%