Grilled Dori with Sambal Matah (Dori Panggang Sambal Matah)
This delightful recipe for Grilled Dori with Sambal Matah, also known as Dori Panggang Sambal Matah, offers a tantalizing combination of succulent grilled fish and a spicy, aromatic sambal. Perfect for a flavorful and satisfying meal, this dish brings together the freshness of dori fillet with the vibrant flavors of Indonesian sambal matah.
Ingredients
For the Marinade:
- 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon mushroom seasoning
- 1 tablespoon sweet soy sauce (kecap manis)
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
- 200 grams dori fillet (or any white fish of your choice)
For the Sambal Matah:
- 4 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1/2 large tomato, chopped
- 15 small chili peppers (cabe rawit), finely sliced (adjust to taste)
- 2 cloves red onions, thinly sliced
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
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Prepare the Marinade:
- In a small bowl, combine minced garlic, black pepper, mushroom seasoning, sweet soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, honey, and lemon juice.
- Place the dori fillet in the bowl and coat it thoroughly with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to infuse.
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Make the Sambal Matah:
- Heat the vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Once hot, pour the oil over the sliced red onions, chopped tomato, and sliced chili peppers in a heatproof bowl.
- Stir in salt to taste and let the sambal matah sit while you prepare the fish.
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Grill the Dori:
- Preheat your grill or non-stick grill pan over low heat.
- Lightly grease the grill with a small amount of margarine or oil.
- Place the marinated dori fillets on the grill. Cook for approximately 5-7 minutes per side, or until the fish is golden brown and flakes easily with a fork.
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Serve:
- Once the dori fillets are grilled to perfection, transfer them to a serving plate.
- Spoon the sambal matah over the grilled fish just before serving.
Enjoy this dish with steamed rice or as a flavorful accompaniment to your favorite side dishes. The crispy exterior of the grilled dori combined with the vibrant, spicy sambal matah makes for an irresistible meal that’s sure to impress. Bon appétit!
