Creamy Indonesian Tuna and Long Bean Gulai

Tuna and Long Bean Gulai Recipe

Experience the rich and aromatic flavors of traditional Indonesian gulai with this delightful Tuna and Long Bean Gulai recipe. This dish combines tender chunks of tuna with crisp long beans in a creamy, spiced coconut sauce that’s both satisfying and flavorful. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, this recipe is a wonderful showcase of Indonesian cuisine.

Ingredients:

• 500 grams of tuna (cut into bite-sized pieces, adjust according to preference)
• 200 grams of long beans (cut into 2-inch pieces, use as much as desired)
• 2 tablespoons of ground red chili paste
• 5 red bird’s eye chilies
• 1/2 inch piece of ginger
• 1-inch piece of turmeric
• 15 shallots
• 1 leaf of turmeric (tied into a knot)
• 2 stalks of lemongrass (bruised and tied into a knot)
• 2-inch piece of galangal (bruised)
• 3 to 4 pieces of tamarind slices
• A handful of ruku-ruku leaves (substitute with basil leaves if necessary)
• Salt (to taste)
• Chicken broth (optional, to taste)
• Coconut milk (as needed)
• Water (as needed)

Steps:

1. Prepare the Spice Paste:

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   • Begin by grinding the ginger, turmeric, and a pinch of salt until they form a smooth paste.
   • Add the shallots and bird’s eye chilies, then pound or grind until well mixed. It’s fine if the shallots are not completely smooth.

2. Cook the Spices:

   • In a large pot, combine the ground red chili paste, the freshly made spice paste, turmeric leaf, lemongrass, galangal, and tamarind slices.
   • Pour in the coconut milk and water. Stir well to blend all the ingredients together.

3. Simmer the Mixture:

   • Heat the pot over medium heat. Allow the mixture to come to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally. Be careful not to let the coconut milk separate or curdle.

4. Add the Tuna and Long Beans:

   • Once the mixture starts to boil, add the pieces of tuna and long beans.
   • Stir gently to ensure that the tuna and beans are evenly coated with the sauce.

5. Cook Until Done:

   • Continue cooking until the tuna is cooked through and the long beans are tender. Adjust the seasoning with salt and chicken broth if desired.

6. Serve:

   • Once the gulai is ready and the flavors have melded together, remove from heat.
   • Serve hot with steamed rice or your choice of accompaniment.

Enjoy the aromatic and flavorful Tuna and Long Bean Gulai, a delightful addition to your culinary repertoire that brings the essence of Indonesian cuisine to your table.