Sup Kemangi Ikan Patin (Catfish Basil Soup)
Ingredients:
- 10 pieces of fresh catfish (ikan patin)
- 3 bunches of fresh basil leaves (daun kemangi)
- 10 shallots, sliced thinly
- 5 cloves of garlic, minced
- 20 green chilies (cabe ijo), sliced
- 4 green tomatoes, chopped
- 2 green onions (daun bawang), chopped
- 2 stalks of lemongrass, bruised
- 5 kaffir lime leaves (daun jeruk)
- 3 Indonesian bay leaves (daun salam)
- 3 cm galangal (laos), sliced
- 1 packet of beef-flavored seasoning (masako rasa sapi)
- 2 tablespoons of salt
- 3 tablespoons of cooking oil
- Approximately 1000 ml of water
Preparation Steps:
- Sautéing the Aromatics: Begin by heating the cooking oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the sliced shallots, minced garlic, sliced green chilies, galangal, bruised lemongrass, Indonesian bay leaves, kaffir lime leaves, and chopped green tomatoes. Sauté until fragrant and the shallots are translucent.
- Adding Water: Pour in approximately 1000 ml of water into the pot. Stir well and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Cooking the Catfish: Once the water is boiling, carefully add the cleaned catfish pieces and the chopped green onions. Stir gently to combine.
- Seasoning: Add the salt and the beef-flavored seasoning packet (masako rasa sapi) to the pot. Stir well to ensure the seasonings are evenly distributed.
- Incorporating Basil Leaves: Add the washed basil leaves to the pot. Stir gently and allow the soup to simmer until the catfish is cooked through and the flavors have melded together.
- Final Adjustments: Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning as necessary. Once the soup is well-flavored and the catfish is tender, remove the pot from the heat.
- Serving: Serve the soup hot, garnished with additional basil leaves if desired. Enjoy this aromatic and flavorful soup with your loved ones.
Notes:
- Ensure that the catfish is thoroughly cleaned before adding it to the soup to avoid any fishy odor.
- Adjust the number of green chilies to suit your preferred level of spiciness.
- This soup is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently before serving.
Enjoy this delicious and aromatic Sup Kemangi Ikan Patin with your family, bringing the vibrant flavors of Indonesian cuisine to your dining table!
