Vegetarian Nonya Laksa

Method

For the Rempah & Gravy

1. Grind all the rempah ingredients with a mortar and pestle or food processor until it forms a paste.
2. In a large wok/pot, add the oil and fry the rempah until the oil splits.
3. Add the ground dried prawns and continue frying until fragrant.
4. Add the water to arrest the frying, then add the stock cube, salt and laksa leaves. Bring to a simmer.
5. Add the coconut milk and simmer again for about 15 minutes, or until the gravy is ready. Adjust the seasoning if necessary.

For the Finishing

1. Get all the garnishes ready: blanch the bean sprouts, chop the laksa leaves, slice the fish cake thinly and peel and cut the hard-boiled eggs.
2. In a big pot of boiling water, blanch the noodles (2-3 minutes), then rinse under water so they are not overcooked.
3. Place the noodles and garnishes in a bowl and pour the gravy over. Top with more chopped laksa leaves to finish.