Bandeng Cabe Ijo (Green Chili Milkfish)
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1/2 kg | Ikan bandeng (milkfish), cleaned and cut into pieces |
| 10 | Cabe rawit ijo (green bird’s eye chili), chopped |
| 5 | Cabe ijo besar (large green chili), chopped |
| 3 | Cabe ijo keriting (curly green chili), chopped |
| 3 | Tomat hijau (green tomatoes), chopped (optional) |
| 100 ml | Water |
| To taste | Garam (salt), gula (sugar), lada (pepper) |
Bumbu Halus (Ground Spices):
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 8 | Bawang merah (shallots) |
| 3 | Bawang putih (garlic) |
| 3 | Butir kemiri (candlenuts) |
| 1 cm | Jahe (ginger) |
Instructions:
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Begin by cleaning the ikan bandeng, then cut it into desired pieces. Fry the fish in hot oil until golden brown and set aside.
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In a separate pan, sauté the ground spices until fragrant. Then add the water and bring to a simmer.
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Incorporate the fried fish along with the chopped chiles and optional green tomatoes into the pan. Season with salt, sugar, and pepper to taste.
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Stir well to combine all the ingredients and adjust the seasoning as needed.
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Serve the dish hot with freshly steamed white rice for a delightful meal. Enjoy the spicy and savory flavors of this traditional dish!
