Fat-Burning Laksa Soup
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Fat-Burning Laksa Soup

A metabolism-boosting laksa soup loaded with lean protein, nutrient-dense vegetables, and aromatic spices that enhance fat oxidation. This authentic Southeast Asian dish features a creamy coconut broth infused with turmeric, galangal, and lemongrass for maximum flavor with minimal calories.

15m
Prep Time
25m
Cook Time
2
Servings
320
Calories
32g
Protein
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🛒 Ingredients

  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
  • 3/4 cup light coconut milk (5% fat)
  • 200g boneless, skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons laksa paste (red curry blend)
  • 1 tablespoon turmeric powder
  • 1 stalk lemongrass, bruised and halved
  • 1 thumb-sized piece fresh galangal, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
  • 1 cup shirataki noodles or whole grain rice noodles
  • 1 cup baby bok choy, chopped
  • 1/2 cup snap peas
  • 1/4 cup mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 lime, halved
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish
  • Red chili slices for garnish

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Heat sesame oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add minced garlic and ginger, sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
2. Stir in laksa paste and turmeric powder, cooking for 2 minutes to activate the spices and release their metabolism-boosting compounds.
3. Pour in chicken broth and light coconut milk. Add lemongrass and galangal slices. Bring to a gentle simmer.
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4. Add sliced chicken breast and cook for 5-7 minutes until fully cooked through, stirring occasionally.
5. Add mushrooms and snap peas, cooking for 3 minutes. Then add bok choy and cook for 2 additional minutes.
6. Prepare shirataki noodles according to package directions (typically 2-3 minutes in boiling water) or use cooked rice noodles.
7. Divide noodles between two bowls. Ladle hot laksa soup over noodles, distributing chicken and vegetables evenly.
8. Add fish sauce and squeeze fresh lime juice into each bowl. Adjust seasonings to taste.
9. Garnish with fresh cilantro and red chili slices. Serve immediately while hot.

📊 Nutrition per Serving

Calories320 kcal
Protein32g
Carbohydrates22g
Fat11g
Fiber5g

🏷️ Tags

#high-protein#low-calorie#metabolism-boosting#Southeast-Asian#gluten-free-option#immune-boosting-spices#fat-burning#lunch#one-pot-meal

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