Spicy Indonesian Tuna Stew: Ikan Tongkol Belado
Ikan Tongkol Belado: A Simple and Spicy Tuna Dish
Ingredients:
- 1 whole tuna (ikan tongkol), cleaned and cut into pieces
- 5 shallots (bawang merah)
- 3 cloves garlic (bawang putih)
- 1 tomato, chopped
- 1 large chili pepper (cabe besar), adjust quantity to taste
- 6 curly chili peppers (cabe keriting), adjust quantity to taste
- Palm sugar, to taste
- Seasoning or flavor enhancer, to taste
Instructions:
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Prepare the Tuna: Lightly fry the tuna pieces in a pan until they are partially cooked. Set aside.
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Blend the Ingredients: In a blender, combine the shallots, garlic, large chili pepper, and curly chili peppers. Blend until you achieve a smooth paste.
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Cook the Spice Paste: Heat a little oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the blended spice paste and sauté until fragrant.
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Combine Ingredients: Add the palm sugar and chopped tomato to the pan. Stir well to combine.
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Add Tuna: Incorporate the partially cooked tuna into the pan, mixing thoroughly with the spice paste. Pour in a small amount of water to create a slightly saucy consistency.
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Season and Simmer: Add the seasoning or flavor enhancer to taste. Continue cooking, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to reduce slightly.
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Final Touches: Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Once the sauce has thickened to your liking, remove from heat.
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Serve: Transfer the dish to a serving plate. Enjoy your Ikan Tongkol Belado hot with steamed rice.
Tip: For an extra kick, feel free to increase the amount of chili peppers according to your spice preference. Enjoy cooking and savoring this delightful Indonesian dish!
