Spicy Indonesian Tuna: Ikan Tongkol Balado Delight

Ikan Tongkol Balado Recipe

Ingredients:

Instructions:

1. Begin by marinating the ikan tongkol with air jeruk nipis for a brief period, allowing the fish to absorb the flavors.
2. In a frying pan, heat oil and fry the marinated ikan tongkol until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from heat and set aside.
3. In another pan, sauté the bumbu yang ditumbuk (ground spices) of bawang merah, cabe merah keriting, and cabe rawit until they release a fragrant aroma and are fully cooked.
4. Season the sautéed mixture with salt and sugar to taste, balancing the flavors to your preference.
5. Gently add the fried ikan tongkol into the pan with the sautéed spices, mixing well to ensure the fish is coated evenly with the flavorful sauce.
6. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary before lifting it off the heat.
7. Serve hot, accompanied by steamed rice for an ultimate culinary experience that celebrates the vibrant flavors of Indonesian cuisine. Enjoy your Ikan Tongkol Balado!