Nasi Kucing Bandeng
Nasi Kucing Bandeng is a delightful Indonesian dish that combines fragrant white rice with tender shredded bandeng (milkfish) and a spicy sambal bawang, all beautifully wrapped in banana leaves. This dish is perfect for sharing and brings together rich flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
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| White Rice | 8 servings |
| Presto Bandeng (Milkfish) | 1 whole |
| Sambal Bawang | |
| – Bird’s Eye Chili | To taste |
| – Garlic | To taste |
| – Salt | To taste |
Instructions
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Prepare the Rice: Begin by cooking the white rice until fluffy and set it aside.
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Shred the Fish: Carefully remove the flesh from the bandeng, discarding the bones and skin, and shred the fish into bite-sized pieces.
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Make the Sambal Bawang: In a mortar and pestle, pound the bird’s eye chili, garlic, and salt until smooth. Heat some oil and pour it over the sambal mixture to release its aromatic flavors.
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Assemble the Dish: On a piece of banana leaf, place a generous serving of rice. Add a layer of the shredded bandeng on top, followed by a spoonful of sambal bawang. Ensure the sambal and fish are separated from the rice with the banana leaf as a divider.
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Wrap It Up: Fold the banana leaf around the filling, securing it in a manner that fits your preference, creating a neat package.
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Serve: Nasi Kucing Bandeng is best enjoyed warm and can be accompanied by your favorite fried snacks.
This dish not only highlights the unique flavors of Indonesia but also embodies the ultimate spirit of communal dining. Enjoy the delightful experience of Nasi Kucing Bandeng with family and friends!
