Sarden ABC with Green Chilies – Ummu Rasya’s Style
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| ABC Sardines (canned) | 1 can |
| For the Spice Mix | |
| Yellow Onion (sliced) | 1 medium |
| Large Green Chilies | 2 large |
| Orange Bird’s Eye Chilies | 5 pieces |
| Garlic Clove (minced) | 1 clove |
| Sugar | To taste |
| Cooking Oil | As needed for sautéing |
Instructions
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Prepare the aromatics:
Heat a generous amount of cooking oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the sliced yellow onion and sauté until fragrant and slightly golden. Next, introduce the minced garlic, cooking it until it turns golden brown. -
Add the chilies:
Stir in the green chilies and the orange bird’s eye chilies. Continue sautéing, allowing the flavors to meld together for a minute or two. -
Add the sardines:
Gently place the canned ABC sardines into the pan. Pour a small amount of water into the pan to help combine the ingredients. Stir everything well to coat the sardines with the sautéed spices. -
Season and simmer:
Let the dish simmer, allowing the flavors to meld and the water to reduce slightly. Add sugar to taste, giving the dish a sweet contrast to the savory and spicy elements. Stir everything together to combine. -
Serve and enjoy:
Once the sardines are well-cooked and the flavors have come together, transfer the dish to a serving platter. Serve hot, and enjoy with steamed rice or as a flavorful side.
This Sarden ABC Cabe Ijo ala Ummu Rasya is a delightful Indonesian-inspired dish that brings together the richness of canned sardines with the bold heat of green and bird’s eye chilies. The sweetness of sugar balances the savory and spicy elements, creating a harmonious and mouthwatering experience.
