Spicy Tamarind Patin with Silken Tofu: A Flavorful Indonesian Delight
Asam Padeh (Asam Pedas) Patin with Tofu
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Ikan patin | 1 fish, cut into 6 pieces or to taste |
| Tahu sutra | Cut to taste |
| Lengkuas | 2 cm, smashed |
| Sereh | 1 stalk, smashed |
| Ground chili paste | 3 tablespoons or to taste |
| Daun salam | 1 leaf |
| Daun jeruk | 2 leaves |
| Jeruk nipis | 1, for marinating |
| Garam | To taste |
| Asam kandis | 1 piece |
| Water | 2 cups |
Spices to Blend
| Spice | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Bawang merah (red onion) | 5 cloves |
| Bawang putih (garlic) | 3 cloves |
| Jahe (ginger) | 2 cm |
| Kemiri (candlenuts) | 3 pieces |
| Rawit (bird’s eye chili) | To taste for extra spiciness |
Instructions
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Prepare the Fish: Clean the patin fish thoroughly, then marinate it with lime juice and salt for about 15 minutes. Rinse off and set aside.
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Cook the Spices: In a pot, combine the blended spices with water. Add the smashed lemongrass, galangal, bay leaf, and kaffir lime leaves. Bring this mixture to a boil.
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Add the Fish and Tofu: Once boiling, gently add the marinated patin and tofu to the pot.
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Season: Incorporate the asam kandis and salt into the pot. Allow the soup to thicken slightly, tasting for spice and seasoning; add more chili if desired.
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Avoid Stirring Too Much: Be careful not to stir too often to prevent the fish from breaking apart.
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Final Touches: Once cooked, remove the asam kandis to prevent excessive sourness or bitterness from the broth.
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Serve and Enjoy: Your Asam Padeh Patin with Tofu is now ready to be served. Enjoy this delightful dish warm! 😉
Nutritional Information
To be added based on serving size and specific nutritional needs.
Delve into the ultimate comfort of this spicy and tangy dish, perfect for any meal!
