Step 1

Basic Laska Paste: Process red chillies, garlic cloves, shallots, ginger, lemongrass, cumin, raw macadamia nuts, fish sauce and sesame oil into a food processor until mixture forms a smooth paste. Prawn Laska

Step 2

Cook noodles in boiling water following packet directions. Drain and divide among 4 large serving bowls.

Step 3

Heat oil in a large saucepan over high heat. Add prawns and cook until golden. Transfer to a plate. Add paste to pan and cook for 1 minute or until fragrant.

Step 4

Add stock and bring to the boil. Add beans and cook for 1-2 minutes. Return prawns to pan and cook for 1 minute or until cooked through and beans are tender. Stir in milk and season with salt and pepper.

Step 5

Ladle soup into the bowls over noodles and garnish with onion, sprouts and capsicum. Serve with lime.