Katong laksa

Singapore · Southeast Asia

Short description: This laksa style serves short-cut noodles in a rich coconut seafood broth, usually with spoon-friendly toppings.
Ingredients: Rice noodles, coconut milk, dried shrimp, shrimp, fish cake, cockles, chili, and laksa leaves.
Cultural note: The short noodles make the bowl easy to eat with a spoon, a detail that became central to this neighborhood-linked style.
Common misconception: It is not just any laksa; the cut noodles and coconut-rich seafood broth define this style.

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