This Malaysian prawn laksa with egg noodles is a perfect warming recipe for winter.

"Asam laksa packs the spice punch that we all know and love into a broth that's a little lighter than the better-known coconut version." – Georgina Esdaile

Whip out the slow-cooker for this perfect winter dinner.

“Versions of this fragrant laksa paste are seen in Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia and Southern Thailand. It is believed to have originated as a blend of Chinese ingredients and Southeast Asian cooking practices. Chinese wheat noodles can replace rice noodles, and seafood can be used to replace chicken," says Jenn Louis. You'll need a meat thermometer for this recipe. This is an edited extract from The Chicken Soup Manifesto by Jenn Louis (Hardie Grant, $45).

This spicy seafood laksa recipe is great paired with a glass of zibibbo, according to journalist and wine writer, Kate Spain. “This conversation-starter holds its own with a steaming bowl of laksa. Expect a whirlwind of aromas and flavour: herbs, spice, stone fruit and tangerine,” she says.

Crisp fried shallots add texture and extra flavour. They’re available at Asian grocers and supermarkets.

Feeling the cold? MasterChef winner Diana Chan has the perfect pick-me-up with her laksa that will transport you to the tropical heat of Penang.

As well as brightening up your turkey leftovers, this laksa is also a great way of finishing those random packs of noodles in your cupboard.

Prawns (not shrimp) on the barbie? Quite frankly, it'd be un-Australian to not make this recipe this summer.

Warming, comforting and incredibly easy to make, this chicken curry laksa will bring smiles to all come dinner time.

Create a vibrant roast duck laksa with the flavours of chilli, coriander and coconut milk.

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