Title: Spicy Fried Salted Fish (Mercon Ikan Asin Bulu Ayam)
Ingredients:
- 1 ounce salted bulu ayam fish (ikan asin bulu ayam)
- 1 ounce red bird’s eye chili peppers (cabai rawit merah)
- 5 shallots (bawang merah)
- 2 cloves garlic (bawang putih)
- A pinch of chicken seasoning (Royco ayam)
- A pinch of salt (garam)
Instructions:
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Begin by washing the salted bulu ayam fish thoroughly. Drain it well and then fry until crisp. Set aside.
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Wash the shallots, garlic, and red bird’s eye chili peppers. Thinly slice them.
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Heat some oil in a pan and sauté the sliced shallots, garlic, and chili peppers until fragrant and golden brown.
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Add the fried salted fish to the pan. Season with chicken seasoning and a pinch of salt (be cautious with the salt as the fish is already salty).
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Stir well to ensure the seasoning is evenly distributed and absorbed by the fish. Adjust the seasoning to taste.
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Once everything is well combined and the flavors have melded together, turn off the heat.
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Serve the spicy fried salted fish with hot steamed rice for a satisfying meal.
Enjoy this flavorful and spicy dish, perfect for pairing with a bowl of warm rice!
