Indonesian fish recipes
Lemon Zest Fish Soup: Aromatic Kepala Ikan Bawal Kuah Kuning
Kepala Ikan Bawal Kuah Kuning Recipe
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Kepala ikan bawal (large) | 2 pcs |
| Jeruk nipis | 1 pc |
| Tomat hijau, sliced | 2 pcs |
| Cabe rawit, sliced | 5 pcs |
| Serai, bruised | 1 stalk |
| Water | As needed |
| Bumbu Halus (Ground Spices) | |
| Bawang merah | 5 pcs |
| Bawang putih | 3 cloves |
| Jahe | 1 cm |
| Kunyit | 1 cm |
| Kemiri | 1 pc |
| Garam, gula, kaldu bubuk | To taste |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Fish: Clean the fish thoroughly and squeeze the juice of the lime over it. Let it sit for a moment (optional step).
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Make the Spice Paste: Blend all the ground spices until smooth.
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Cook the Spices: Heat oil in a pan and sauté the ground spice mixture until fragrant.
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Combine Ingredients: Add water and the sliced ingredients into the pan. Stir in the salt, sugar, and seasoning powder.
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Simmer: Bring to a boil, then adjust the seasoning to taste.
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Serve: Enjoy this delightful dish hot, served alongside rice or your favorite sides. 😊
Delve into the rich flavors of this traditional dish, where the ultimate harmony of spices brings out the freshness of the fish!
