Pumpkin & tofu laksa

Method

• Step 1
  Cook the pumpkin in a large saucepan of boiling water for 5 minutes or until it softens slightly. Add the noodles to the pan and cook for 4-5 minutes or until tender. Drain and set aside.
• Step 2
  Meanwhile, place the coconut milk, stock, coconut cream, lemon grass, sugar, ginger and 1 tablespoon of the sambal oelek in a medium saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat. Simmer, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes. Discard the lemon grass.
• Step 3
  Add pumpkin, noodles, bean sprouts and coriander to pan. Simmer for a further 2-3 minutes or until heated through. Taste and season with salt.
• Step 4
  Ladle the laksa into 4 serving bowls, top with the tofu, basil leaves and remaining sambal oelek.