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Classic Finnish Laksa Soup Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 lb chicken breast, sliced
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp red curry paste
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 can coconut milk
- 1 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 cup bean sprouts
- 1 cup snow peas
- 1 cup rice noodles
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste

Special equipment needed:
- Large pot
- Wooden spoon
- Ladle
- Knife
- Cutting board

Step-by-step instructions:

1. In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the sliced chicken and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.

2. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger to the pot. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the onion is translucent.

3. Add the red curry paste to the pot and stir until the chicken and vegetables are coated.

4. Pour in the chicken broth, coconut milk, fish sauce, brown sugar, and lime juice. Stir well to combine.

5. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes.

6. Add the bean sprouts, snow peas, and rice noodles to the pot. Cook for 3-5 minutes until the noodles are tender.

7. Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste.

8. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped cilantro.


Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 30 minutes
Temperature:
Medium-high heat for browning chicken and sautéing vegetables
Low heat for simmering soup
Serving size:
4-6 servings

Nutritional information:
Calories: 320
Fat: 12g
Carbohydrates: 23g
Protein: 28g
Sodium: 1200mg

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Shrimp or tofu can be used instead of chicken
- Green curry paste can be used instead of red curry paste
- Soy sauce can be used instead of fish sauce
- Honey can be used instead of brown sugar
- Lemon juice can be used instead of lime juice

Variations:
- Add sliced mushrooms or bell peppers to the soup
- Use different types of noodles, such as udon or soba
- Add a sliced hard-boiled egg to each bowl of soup
- Use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth for a vegetarian version

Tips and tricks:
- Be careful not to overcook the rice noodles, as they can become mushy
- Taste the soup before adding salt, as fish sauce is already salty
- Garnish with lime wedges for an extra burst of flavor

Storage instructions:
Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
Reheat the soup in a pot over medium heat until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
Serve the soup in individual bowls with a slice of lime on the side.

Garnishes:
Chopped cilantro, sliced green onions, sliced red chili peppers

Pairings:
Serve with a side of steamed rice or crusty bread.

Suggested side dishes:
- Grilled vegetables
- Spring rolls
- Edamame

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the soup is too spicy, add more coconut milk or brown sugar to balance the flavors
- If the soup is too thick, add more chicken broth or water to thin it out

Food safety advice:
- Make sure the chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F
- Store leftover soup in the refrigerator within 2 hours of cooking
- Reheat leftover soup to an internal temperature of 165°F before serving

Food history:
Laksa is a popular noodle soup dish in Southeast Asia, with variations found in Malaysia, Singapore, and Indonesia. This recipe puts a Finnish twist on the classic dish by using red curry paste and coconut milk.

Flavor profiles:
This soup is spicy, savory, and slightly sweet, with a creamy coconut milk base and tangy lime juice.

Serving suggestions:
Serve the soup hot with a side of steamed rice or crusty bread.

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Region: Finnish

Taste: Savory, Tangy, Herbal, Spicy, Umami