Indonesian Spiced Catfish Curry with Young Yardlong Beans and Banana

Gulai Tunggak Ikan Keting

Ingredients

• 1/4 kg ikan keting (small catfish)
• 1 bunch kacang tunggak (yardlong beans), ensure they are very young
• 1 young pisang kepok (kepok banana)
• Cooking oil for frying fish and sautéing spices
• Spice Paste:
  • 1/2 tsp white pepper
  • 1/2 tsp coriander seeds
  • 1/4 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp candlenuts
  • A small piece of shrimp paste (terasi)
  • A segment of turmeric, ginger, and lesser galangal (kencur)
  • A pinch of nutmeg, star anise (mesoi), and cinnamon
• 1500 ml coconut milk
• A segment of galangal, bruised
• 2 bay leaves
• 2 kaffir lime leaves
• 1 stalk lemongrass, bruised
• Sugar to taste
• Salt to taste
• Chopped spring onions for garnish
• Fried shallots for garnish

Steps

1. Prepare the Fish:

   • Clean the ikan keting thoroughly. Rub with salt, then fry until half-cooked. Set aside and drain excess oil.

2. Prepare the Vegetables:

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   • Cut the kacang tunggak into approximately 2 cm pieces.
   • Peel and cut the young pisang kepok into pieces according to your preference, then wash them thoroughly.
   • Boil the kacang tunggak and pisang kepok until tender. Drain and set aside.

3. Make the Spice Paste:

   • Grind all the spices listed under the spice paste section into a smooth paste.

4. Cooking:

   • Heat a little oil in a pan and sauté the spice paste until fragrant. Turn off the heat.
   • Add the half-cooked ikan keting and the boiled vegetables to the pan.
   • Pour in the coconut milk and stir until well combined.
   • Turn the heat back on and bring the mixture to a boil. Cook until the coconut milk reduces and thickens.
   • Turn off the heat.

5. Serving:

   • Garnish with chopped spring onions and fried shallots before serving.

Enjoy your delightful Gulai Tunggak Ikan Keting! We hope this unique dish brings a burst of flavor to your table and becomes a cherished part of your culinary repertoire.