Indulge in the delightful flavors of Gabus Asin Sambal Pete, a vibrant dish featuring salted snakehead fish paired with the unique taste of pete (stink beans). This recipe blends the rich umami of ikan asin with spicy and tangy notes, making it an ultimate treat for your taste buds.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Pete (stink beans) | 4 pieces (250g) |
| Ikan asin gabus | 250g |
| Red shallots | 10 cloves |
| Garlic | 1 clove |
| Bird’s eye chili | 100g (to taste) |
| Red chili | 5 pieces |
| Tomato | 2 pieces |
| Lime | 2 pieces |
| White sugar | 1 tsp (to taste) |
| Chicken seasoning (Royco) | To taste |
| Salt | To taste |
| Cooking oil | 5 tbsp (for frying) |
Instructions
- Prepare the Pete: Peel and slice the pete in half.
- Soak the Fish: Soak the salted ikan gabus in hot water for about 5 minutes. Drain and fry until crispy, then set aside.
- Blend the Spices: Coarsely grind the red shallots, garlic, bird’s eye chili, and red chili (adjust to taste).
- Cook the Pete: Heat approximately 5 tablespoons of cooking oil in a pan. Sauté the sliced pete until fragrant, then add the ground spices.
- Combine Ingredients: Incorporate the fried ikan gabus into the pan, seasoning with salt, sugar, and chicken seasoning (Royco).
- Finish with Lime: Squeeze the juice of the lime over the dish, mix well, and then remove from heat.
- Serve: Transfer to a serving dish and enjoy your Gabus Asin Sambal Pete hot!
Delve into this flavorful dish that captures the essence of Indonesian cuisine, perfect for any gathering or family meal!