Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Fresh Skipjack Tuna (Ikan Tongkol) | 1 fish |
| Bay Leaves | 3 leaves |
| Lemongrass (crushed) | 1 stalk |
| Lime | 1 piece |
| Kaffir Lime Leaves | 2 leaves |
| Sugar | To taste |
| Salt | To taste |
| Shallots (sliced) | 3 cloves |
| Onion (sliced) | 1/2 piece |
| Spice Paste: | |
| Shallots | 7 cloves |
| Garlic | 4 cloves |
| Tomatoes | 2 pieces |
| Candlenuts | 3 nuts |
| Ginger | 4 cm |
| Red Chilies | 7 pieces |
| Bird’s Eye Chilies (optional) | 3 pieces |
Instructions
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Prepare the Fish: Clean the fresh skipjack tuna and rub it with lime juice. Let it sit for a while, then rinse thoroughly.
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Season and Fry: After rinsing, season the fish with salt and mix well. Fry until golden brown, then remove and set aside.
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Sauté the Spice Paste: In a pan, sauté the spice paste ingredients until fragrant. Add bay leaves, crushed lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, sliced shallots, and sliced onion. Sauté until aromatic.
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Combine Ingredients: Add the fried fish into the pan and mix gently. Pour in water, then add sugar and salt to taste. Allow it to boil, adjusting the seasoning as needed.
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Serve: Once it reaches a boil, serve hot and enjoy your delicious Ikan Tongkol Segar Kuah Merah!