Spicy Padang-Style Red Snapper Fillet with Zesty Lemon Sauce
Fillet Kakap Merah Saus Padang
This delightful dish features the succulent flavors of Red Snapper fillet, beautifully enhanced by a spicy Padang sauce. It’s perfect for a family dinner or to impress guests with a taste of Indonesia!
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Red Snapper fillet | 200 g, cut as desired |
| Lemon juice | 1 tablespoon |
| Small onion | 1, thinly sliced |
| Garlic cloves | 6, crushed |
| Curly red chili peppers | 6, or to taste |
| Ginger | 1 piece, crushed |
| Kaffir lime leaves | 2, remove stems and crush |
| Bay leaf | 1 |
| Oyster sauce | ½ tablespoon |
| Sugar | ½ teaspoon |
| Beef broth | ¼ teaspoon |
| Ground pepper | ¼ teaspoon |
| Flavor enhancer | ¼ teaspoon |
| Water | 100 ml |
| Salt | To taste |
| Cooking oil | As needed |
Instructions
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Prepare the Fish: Rub the Red Snapper fillet with salt and ground pepper, and set aside to marinate briefly.
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Make the Spice Paste: In a mortar, grind the garlic and curly red chili peppers together. For extra heat, feel free to add more chili peppers as desired.
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Sauté Aromatics: Heat a little cooking oil in a pan over medium heat. Sauté the sliced onion until it becomes soft and translucent. Then, add the ground spice mixture, kaffir lime leaves, bay leaf, and ginger. Cook until fragrant.
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Combine Ingredients: Pour in the water, then add sugar, the marinated fish, oyster sauce, beef broth, flavor enhancer, and additional salt. Stir gently to combine all the ingredients.
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Simmer: Allow the sauce to simmer until it reduces slightly. Once the sauce thickens and the flavors meld, add the lemon juice to brighten the dish. Adjust seasoning as needed.
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Serve: Transfer the dish to a serving plate, ensuring that the fish is well-coated with the flavorful sauce. Enjoy your Fillet Kakap Merah Saus Padang warm with steamed rice.
This dish showcases the ultimate harmony of spices, perfect for any occasion!
