Easy Laksa Curry -

Ingredients

• 2 stalks of lemongrass (white part only), chopped
• 3 shallots or spring onions, peeled and chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, peeled & chopped
• 1 thumb-sized piece of ginger, peeled and chopped
• 2 red chilli peppers (deseed or use less if you don’t like too spicy)
• Red Thai curry paste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 400 ml (1 can) coconut milk
• 1 litre chicken or vegetable broth
• 200g rice vermicelli or flat noodles
• 300-500g selection of chopped veggies: carrots, butternut squash, peppers (any colour), onions, mushrooms, broccoli, potatoes, sweet potatoes… whatever takes your fancy
• cooked chicken, shredded or prawns, tofu, or a combination (optional)
• 1 cup bean sprouts
• Fresh coriander for garnish (optional)
• Chopped cashews for garnish (optional)
• Lime wedges for serving