Crispy Gurame Fillet with Spicy Tauco Sauce

Crispy Gurame Fillet with Spicy Tauco Sauce

Ingredients:

For the Fish Marinade:

• 1 whole gurame fish (snakehead fish)
• Juice of 1 lime
• Salt, to taste
• Ground black pepper, to taste

For the Coating:

• 1 egg white
• 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons tapioca flour

For the Sauce:

• 6 shallots, thinly sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 large green chilies, sliced
• 2 stalks green onions, chopped
• 1 tomato, chopped
• 3 cm ginger, minced
• 6 red chili peppers, whole
• 60 grams spicy tauco (fermented soybean paste), preferably Tahara brand
• 1 tablespoon tapioca flour mixed with water (or cornstarch)
• Salt, to taste (be cautious with the amount if tauco is salty)
• 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
• 4 tablespoons sweet soy sauce
• Cooking oil, for frying

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Fish:

   • Clean and fillet the gurame fish. Rinse the fillets under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
   • Rub the fillets with lime juice, salt, and ground black pepper. Let them marinate for about 15 minutes.

2. Coat the Fish:

   • In a shallow bowl, beat the egg white until slightly frothy.
   • In another bowl, mix the all-purpose flour and tapioca flour.
   • Dip each fillet into the egg white, then coat with the flour mixture, pressing gently to adhere. Set aside.

3. Fry the Fish:

   • Heat a generous amount of oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat.
   • Fry the coated fish fillets in hot oil until golden and crispy, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.

4. Prepare the Sauce:

   • In a separate pan, heat a small amount of oil over medium heat.
   • Sauté the shallots until fragrant, then add the minced garlic, green chilies, ginger, and chopped tomato. Cook until the vegetables are softened.
   • Stir in the spicy tauco and mix well. Add the tapioca flour mixture and a splash of water to create a thick sauce.
   • Season the sauce with salt, sugar, and sweet soy sauce. Adjust the seasoning to taste.
   • Add the chopped green onions and cook for an additional minute. Remove from heat.

5. Serve:

   • Arrange the crispy fish fillets on a serving plate.
   • Pour the spicy tauco sauce over the fillets.
   • Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious Gurame Fillet Krispy with Spicy Tauco Sauce!

This dish combines the crispy texture of the fried gurame fillets with a savory and spicy tauco sauce, creating a delightful fusion of flavors that will leave you craving more.