Indonesian fish recipes

Spicy Sautéed Tongkol Fish with Chili and Shallots

Published
Oct 20, 2024
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Ingredients

Ingredient Amount
Tongkol fish (cut pieces) 2 packets
Red chili peppers 10 pieces
Bird’s eye chili 5 pieces
Red shallots 4 cloves
Garlic 1 clove
Salt To taste
Flavor enhancer To taste
Cooking oil As needed

Instructions

  1. Fry the Fish: Heat the cooking oil in a pan over medium heat. Once hot, add the tongkol fish pieces and fry until they are golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside.

  2. Sauté Aromatics: In the same pan, add the sliced red shallots, garlic, red chili peppers, and bird’s eye chili. Sauté until the ingredients are fragrant and softened.

  3. Combine and Season: Return the fried tongkol fish to the pan, gently mixing it with the sautéed aromatics. Add salt and flavor enhancer to taste, stirring well to combine.

  4. Taste and Serve: Check the seasoning and adjust if necessary. Once everything is well-mixed and heated through, remove from heat and serve immediately. Enjoy this spicy, flavorful dish!

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