Savory Gourami in Rich Oyster Sauce

Gurami Masak Saus Tiram (Gourami in Oyster Sauce)

Ingredients:

• 1 medium-sized gourami fish, cut into pieces and fried until golden
• Spices:
  • 1 medium onion, sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 5 shallots, thinly sliced
  • 2 red chilies, diagonally sliced
  • 7 bird’s eye chilies, thinly sliced
  • 1 piece ginger, crushed
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
  • 2 tablespoons sweet soy sauce
  • 2 kaffir lime leaves (optional)
  • Cooking oil

Instructions:

1. Preparation: Begin by preparing and weighing all the ingredients according to the recipe for ease of cooking.

2. Sauté the Aromatics: In a pan, heat a generous amount of cooking oil. Add the sliced onions, garlic, shallots, red chilies, and crushed ginger. Sauté until the mixture is fragrant and the onions are translucent.

3. Create the Sauce: Add the chopped tomatoes to the pan along with salt, sugar, oyster sauce, sweet soy sauce, and a splash of water. Stir the mixture and allow it to simmer until the sauce comes to a boil and the flavors meld together beautifully.

4. Cook the Fish: Gently add the fried gourami pieces to the pan, stirring to coat the fish with the sauce and ensuring that the spices permeate every piece. Cook for a few minutes until the fish is heated through.

5. Taste and Adjust: Before finishing, taste the dish to check the seasoning. If it needs a little more salt or sweetness, adjust accordingly. Once satisfied, turn off the heat.

6. Serve: Arrange the delicious Gurami Masak Saus Tiram on a serving plate.

And there you have it—a vibrant and flavorful Gurami Masak Saus Tiram ready to be enjoyed! 😋

Happy cooking! 😊