Laksa Instant Ramen

5 from 9 votes

This Laksa Instant Ramen recipe is our new favorite way of leveling up instant noodles, with coconut milk and laksa paste.

Cook Time10

Total Time10

Course: Noodles

Cuisine: Southeast Asian Inspired

Servings:

Calories: 689kcal

Author: Sarah

Ingredients

3 tablespoons laksa paste
2 teaspoons brown sugar
3 1/2 cups water
1 cup coconut milk
1 package Maruchan Chicken-flavored Instant Noodles
1 package Maruchan Shrimp-flavored Instant Noodles
1/4 cup cilantro leaves
1 scallion (chopped)
1 Thai bird chili (finely chopped, optional)
2 lime wedges

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Instructions

Place a medium (2 qt.) pot over medium heat. Add the laksa paste and brown sugar, and cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently.
Add the water, coconut milk, and the seasoning packets from the instant noodles. Bring to a simmer.
Add the instant noodles, and cook for just 2 minutes, until softened but still al dente.
Divide the noodles and soup between two bowls, and top each with cilantro, scallions, chili (if using), and a lime wedge. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

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