Spicy Grouper Fish Delight

Ikan Kerapu Bumbu Pedas

Ingredients:

• 1 grouper fish, cut into desired pieces
• 1 lime
• Salt to taste

Spice Paste:

• 2 small red tomatoes
• 25 red bird’s eye chilies
• 10 red chilies
• 6 shallots
• 4 garlic cloves
• 1/2 onion
• 1/2 teaspoon shrimp paste

Complementary Ingredients:

• 3 red chilies, sliced diagonally
• 10 green bird’s eye chilies
• 1 stalk of green onion, sliced lengthwise
• 1 carrot, thinly sliced diagonally
• 1/2 onion, sliced into rings
• Salt, sugar, and pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon chili sauce

Preparation Steps:

1. Prepare the Fish:

   • Clean the grouper fish thoroughly, rinse with water, and drain.
   • Squeeze the juice of the lime over the fish and sprinkle with salt to taste. Let it sit for a while to marinate.

2. Fry the Fish:

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   • Heat oil in a frying pan and fry the fish until it is slightly crispy. Remove from the pan and set aside to drain excess oil.

3. Cook the Spice Paste:

   • In a separate pan, heat a little oil and sauté the sliced onion until fragrant.
   • Add the spice paste (blend the tomatoes, bird’s eye chilies, red chilies, shallots, garlic, onion, and shrimp paste into a smooth mixture) and stir well until the paste is well-cooked and aromatic.

4. Season and Add Vegetables:

   • Season the mixture with salt, sugar, pepper, and chili sauce.
   • Add a little water to the pan, followed by the carrot slices. Cook until the carrots start to soften.

5. Combine with Fish:

   • Add the fried fish to the pan, stirring gently to coat the fish evenly with the spice mixture. Add a bit more water if necessary to help the flavors meld.
   • Let the fish simmer in the spice mixture until the flavors are absorbed.

6. Final Touches:

   • Add the sliced red chilies, green bird’s eye chilies, and green onion. Stir gently to avoid breaking the fish pieces.
   • Adjust the seasoning to taste.

7. Serve:

   • Remove from heat and serve immediately with warm white rice.

Tips:

• For those who prefer less heat, feel free to adjust the amount of chilies to your taste.
• This dish is simple to make yet packs a flavorful punch, perfect for spice lovers.

Enjoy your cooking adventure and savor the rich, spicy flavors of Ikan Kerapu Bumbu Pedas! Happy cooking! 😊