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Laska
Sarawak Paste
Submitted by Shelley Martin,
Executive Chef (2000-2006)
with the
Shaarey Zedek Synagogue Catering Department
3 stalks lemon grass (white hearts only), minced
4 red chilies
1/2 finger fresh ginger, finely chopped
1 tsp. red curry paste
3 shallots, finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
4 tsp. oil
¼ c. chopped fresh cilantro
1 tsp. turmeric
1 tsp. sugar
¼ c. tamarind paste
Purée first 8 ingredients. Add remaining ingredients and process into a
paste. Store refrigerated in glass jar for up to 3 days.
NOODLES
½ lb. rice vermicelli noodles, cooked, cooled, drained
CHICKEN
4 c. cubed cooked chicken breast
BROTH
2 tbsp. oil
Laska paste
4 c. chicken stock
¼ c. chopped fresh cilantro
½ c. chopped fresh basil
¼ c. fish sauce
1 can coconut milk
Heat oil, add Laska paste, stir continuously 3 minutes. Do not burn. Add
stock, bring to the boil, reduce heat, add herbs and fish sauce, simmer
5 minutes. Add coconut milk.
TRADITIONAL GARNISHES
Fresh bean sprouts
Julienne cucumber, carrot
Basil leaves
Garlic chili sauce
Divide noodles into 6 large soup bowls. Top with chicken, add broth and
garnishes.
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