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Laksa Johor
A Johor Malaysian laksa with spaghetti, coconut fish gravy, spices, cucumber, herbs, and lime.
Hard⏱️ 1 hr 15 min📖 1 min readServes 5~470 kcal🇲🇾 Malaysian🌍 Full translation
35 min prep 40 min cook
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Timeline
Total 1 h 15 min- Prep35 min
- Cooking40 min
Ingredients
5 servings
Quick:
- 400 g Spaghetti
- 600 g Mackerel fillet
- 400 ml Coconut milk
- 1 Onion
- 3 clove Garlic
- 1 dessert spoon(~10 ml) Ginger
- 1 sprig Lemongrass
- 1 tbsp(~15 ml) Curry powder
- 1 dessert spoon(~10 ml) Shrimp paste
- 1 Cucumber
- 3 sprig Scallions
- 2 tbsp(~30 ml) Lime juice
- 2 tbsp(~30 ml) Vegetable oil
- 1 tsp(~5 ml) Salt
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Instructions
- 1
Boil the mackerel in salted water for 10 minutes, then shred the flesh.
10 min10:00 - 2
Boil the spaghetti separately until still firm.
10 min10:00 - 3
Saute the onion, garlic, ginger, and lemongrass in oil for 5 minutes.
5 min05:00 - 4
Add the curry powder and shrimp paste, then turn for 2 minutes.
2 min02:00 - 5
Add the coconut milk and shredded fish, then cook the sauce for 18 minutes.
18 min18:00 - 6
Place the spaghetti in bowls and divide the fish sauce over it.
- 7
Serve with cucumber, scallions, and lime juice.
💡 Tip: Shredding the fish very finely helps the sauce cling to the spaghetti and strengthens the Johor laksa texture.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve with hot sauce and cool cucumber, with sambal on the side if desired.
Good sources
Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
- Protein source
- Omega-3
- Vitamin B12
Nutrition (per serving)
~470
kcal calories
25
g protein
58
g carbs
15
g fat
Protein 21%Carbs 50%Fat 29%
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
This recipe may contain allergens
- Seafood
- Gluten
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Laksa Johor make?
This recipe serves 5.How long does Laksa Johor take?
Prep 35 minutes, cooking 40 minutes; 75 minutes in total.Is Laksa Johor difficult?
This recipe is rated hard.How many calories does Laksa Johor have?
Approximately 470 kcal per serving. Protein: 25g, carbs: 58g, fat: 15g.Which allergens does Laksa Johor contain?
This recipe contains Seafood, Gluten. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Laksa Johor belong to?
This recipe belongs to Malaysian cuisine.How many ingredients does Laksa Johor need?
This recipe needs 14 ingredients.
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