Sup Gurame Honje: A Delightful Indonesian Fish Soup

Ingredients:

• 2 whole Gurame fish
• 5 shallots
• 5 cloves of garlic
• 2 stalks of Honje (or ginger flower)
• 2 carrots
• 1 piece of galangal (lengkoas)
• 1 piece of ginger
• 2 bay leaves
• 2 limes
• 1 tablespoon salt
• Flavor enhancer (to taste)
• 2 ½ cups water

Preparation Steps:

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1. Prepare the Fish: Begin by thoroughly cleaning the Gurame fish. Squeeze the juice of one lime over the fish and sprinkle with salt, allowing it to marinate for about five minutes. This step helps to eliminate any fishy odor.

2. Chop the Aromatics: Thinly slice the shallots and garlic. For the Honje, galangal, and ginger, gently bruise them to release their flavors. Additionally, slice the raw chili peppers and carrots into thin pieces.

3. Steam the Fish: Steam the Gurame for approximately 20 minutes. Steaming the fish first is crucial as it prevents the fish from falling apart when added to the soup.

4. Sauté the Base: While the fish is steaming, heat a pan and sauté the sliced shallots, garlic, bruised galangal, ginger, and bay leaves. Add the Honje last, cooking just until fragrant. Next, add the sliced carrots and pour in the 2 ½ cups of water. Allow the mixture to simmer until the carrots are tender.

5. Combine the Ingredients: After the fish has steamed for about 2 minutes, carefully lift it from the steamer and place it into the pot containing the sautéed spices and carrots. Before adding the fish, sprinkle in the flavor enhancer (about 2 teaspoons, or to taste). Don’t forget to adjust the seasoning to your preference!

6. Add Spice: To enhance the flavor, toss in the sliced raw chili peppers and let the dish simmer for an additional five minutes. This allows the heat from the chilies to infuse into the soup.

7. Serve and Enjoy: And there you have it! Your Sup Gurame Honje is ready to be served. The aroma is simply irresistible, and it’s sure to tantalize your taste buds!

This soup is not just a meal; it’s an experience that brings together the freshness of the fish and the fragrant herbs, creating a comforting dish perfect for any occasion. Enjoy every spoonful!