Spicy Tofu Coconut Noodle Soup

• fresh lemongrass, fresh ginger, coconut oil, Laksa paste (can be found in Asian grocery stores), tofu, fresh or dried rice noodles, coconut milk, chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 tablespoon minced lemongrass center
• 1 tablespoon grated ginger
• 1 tablespoon coconut oil or cooking oil
• 2 tablespoons laksa paste
• 1/2 cup cubed firm tofu
• 1 cup broth, chicken or vegetable
• 1/2 cup coconut milk
• 1 packet dried or fresh rice noodles
• Garnishes: bean sprouts, cilantro, green onion, mint, basil,thai chili, lime
• 1/2 cup blanched bean sprouts
• 1 handful combined herbs such as basil, cilantro, mint, stemmed and chopped
• 2 green onions, sliced thinly on diagonal
• 1 thai chili, thinly sliced
• 2 lime wedges

1. Prepare rice noodles according to package directions. While noodles are being prepared, heat pan and add coconut oil. Add lemongrass and ginger until fragrant but not browned. Next, add Laksa paste and cook on medium heat for about 2 minutes. Add tofu and very gently stir until tofu is covered with paste and browning slightly. Add coconut milk and chicken broth and simmer for about 5 minutes. Season to taste with salt.
2. Meanwhile prepare garnishes and divide rice noodles into 2 large bowls (sometimes it helps to rinse the noodles if they are sticking together); cover noodles with steaming soup. Garnish as desired.

fresh lemongrass, center, ginger, coconut oil, laksa paste, broth, coconut milk, packet, bean sprouts, blanched bean sprouts, handful, green onions, thai chili, lime wedges

Taken from food52.com/recipes/22173-spicy-tofu-coconut-noodle-soup (may not work)