Penang Asam Laksa (Malaysian Tamarind Fish Noodle Soup)

A bowl of Penang assam laksa soup with garnishes on a wooden table.

This recipe for Penang asam laksa is a Malaysian noodle soup built around a tamarind broth and flaked fish. The broth is sharp, savory and slightly spicy, with a clean finish that keeps it from feeling heavy. The tamarind needs to be added gradually. If too much goes in early, the broth turns harsh and […]

Kolo Mee Recipe (Malaysian Noodles with Char Siu)

Kolo mee - Sarawak dry egg noodles with minced pork and char siu.

Kolo mee is a dry noodle dish from Sarawak, most closely linked with Kuching. Egg noodles are tossed with a light savory sauce, then topped with minced pork, char siu and fried shallots. The texture’s what makes it work. The noodles need to stay springy and lightly coated, not wet. If they end up sitting […]