Burmese Kaukswe Recipe
551kcal
Ingredients
For the noodles:
- 1 lb. fresh egg noodles or dried egg noodles
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
For the soup:
- 2 tbsp. vegetable oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 inch ginger, minced
- 1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into small pieces
- 2 tbsp. curry powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp cumin
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
- 4 cups chicken stock
- 1 14 ounce can coconut milk
- 1 tbsp. fish sauce
- 1 tbsp. soy sauce
- Salt, to taste
For the toppings:
- 2 cups bean sprouts
- 2 cups shredded cabbage
- 2 cups sliced onions
- 1 cup sliced green onions
- 1 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
- 1 cup crispy fried noodles or fried garlic
Equipment
- Large pot for cooking the soup
- Large pot for cooking the noodles
- Strainer for draining the noodles
- Cutting board and knife for chopping the vegetables
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Mixing bowls
- Serving bowls
- Ladle for serving
Method
- Cook the noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and toss with 2 tbsp of vegetable oil and 1 tsp of turmeric powder. Set aside.
- Heat 2 tbsp of vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and minced ginger. Cook for 3-4 minutes, or until the onion is soft and translucent.
- Add the chicken to the pot and cook for 5-6 minutes, or until the chicken is no longer pink.
- Add the curry powder, paprika, coriander, cumin, and cayenne pepper to the pot. Stir well and cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Add the chicken stock, coconut milk, fish sauce, and soy sauce to the pot. Bring the soup to a simmer and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the flavors have melded together.
- To serve, divide the noodles among 8 bowls. Ladle the soup over the noodles. Top with bean sprouts, shredded cabbage, sliced onions, sliced green onions, chopped cilantro, and crispy fried noodles or fried garlic. Serve with lime wedges on the side.
Nutrition
Serving1servingCalories551kcalCarbohydrates40gProtein33gFat31gSaturated Fat21gCholesterol64mgSodium988mgPotassium771mgFiber4gSugar7g