Indonesian fish recipes
Spicy Salted Gabus Fish with Pete Sambal
Title: Salted Fish with Sambal Pete (Ikan Asin Gabus Siram Sambal Pete)
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Salted Gabus Fish (Ikan Asin Gabus) | 2 pieces |
| Pete (stinky beans) | 2 stalks |
| For Sambal | |
| Red Chili (Cabe Rawit Merah) | 20 pieces |
| Red Chili (Cabe Merah) | 10 pieces |
| Shallots (Bawang Merah) | 5 cloves |
| Garlic (Bawang Putih) | 2 cloves |
| Shrimp Paste (Terasi) | 1 teaspoon |
| Sugar | To taste |
| Salt | To taste |
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Clean the salted Gabus fish thoroughly and then fry them until golden and crispy. Set aside. |
| 2 | Blend all sambal ingredients (red chili, shallots, garlic, and shrimp paste) into a smooth paste. |
| 3 | Heat some oil in a pan and fry the sambal paste along with peeled Pete (stinky beans). Stir well. |
| 4 | Add a pinch of sugar and a little salt to the sambal. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed. |
| 5 | Once the sambal is fragrant and well-cooked, pour it over the fried salted fish. Serve and enjoy! |
This Indonesian dish combines the bold, spicy flavors of sambal with the unique taste of salted fish and Pete (stinky beans), making it a savory treat that’s full of character. Ideal as a main dish to accompany rice, it’s sure to impress with its intense flavors and delicious heat.
