Crispy Snapper with Tangy Pickled Veggies

Fried Snapper with Pickled Vegetables

Ingredients

• 1 fresh snapper (500 grams)
• 100 grams green beans
• 1 small carrot
• 1 stalk scallion
• 1 large tomato
• 2 red chilies
• 4 candlenuts
• 1 thumb-sized piece of turmeric
• 2 cloves garlic
• 7 shallots
• Salt to taste
• Optional: Flavor enhancer
• Ground black pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon vinegar
• Cooking oil

Instructions

1. Prepare the Fish:

   • Clean the snapper thoroughly.
   • Fillet the fish and cut it into long strips.
   • Season the fish with salt and ground black pepper.

2. Fry the Fish:

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   • Heat cooking oil in a pan.
   • Fry the seasoned snapper fillets until they are cooked through and crispy.
   • Set the fried fish aside.

3. Prepare the Spice Paste:

   • Briefly fry the turmeric and candlenuts until aromatic.
   • Grind the fried turmeric and candlenuts together with the shallots and garlic until smooth. Set aside.

4. Prepare the Vegetables:

   • Cut the green beans, carrot, scallion, tomato, and red chilies into small pieces according to your preference.

5. Cook the Pickled Vegetables:

   • Heat a little oil in a wok.
   • Sauté the spice paste until fragrant.
   • Add salt, optional flavor enhancer, ground black pepper, and a splash of vinegar.
   • Stir in the chopped vegetables and cook until they are tender.

6. Assemble the Dish:

   • Arrange the fried snapper fillets on a serving plate.
   • Spoon the cooked pickled vegetables over the fish.

Your Fried Snapper with Pickled Vegetables is now ready to be served. Enjoy this delightful combination of crispy fish and tangy pickled vegetables as a flavorful and satisfying meal!