Shredded Spicy Tuna (Ikan Tongkol Suir Rica-Rica)

Experience the delightful flavors of Indonesia with this Shredded Spicy Tuna recipe, known as Ikan Tongkol Suir Rica-Rica. This dish features tender pieces of tuna, bathed in a vibrant, aromatic spice blend that captures the essence of traditional Indonesian cooking. Perfect for serving alongside rice, this dish is sure to impress family and friends alike.

Ingredients

For the Tuna:

2 medium tuna fish (ikan tongkol), cleaned and filleted

Spice Blend:

3 cloves garlic
5 shallots
3 red chilies
5 bird’s eye chilies (cabe rawit)
1 ripe tomato
1 small piece of turmeric (kunyit)
2 candlenuts (kemiri)

Additional Ingredients:

1 small piece of ginger (geprek)
3 kaffir lime leaves (daun jeruk)
1 stalk of lemongrass (serei)
A handful of Thai basil leaves (daun kemangi)
Sugar, to taste
Salt, to taste
Royco seasoning, to taste

Instructions

Shred the Tuna: Begin by using your hands to shred the filleted tuna into bite-sized pieces. This will help the fish absorb the flavors of the spices better.
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Prepare the Spice Paste: In a blender or food processor, combine the garlic, shallots, red chilies, bird’s eye chilies, tomato, turmeric, and candlenuts. Blend until you achieve a smooth paste.
Sauté the Spice Paste: In a pan over medium heat, add a little oil and sauté the blended spice paste until fragrant. This will enhance the flavors and aromas of the dish.
Add Aromatics: Incorporate the kaffir lime leaves, lemongrass, ginger, salt, sugar, and Royco seasoning into the pan. Taste and adjust the seasoning to your preference, stirring well to combine.
Combine with Tuna: Once the spice paste is aromatic, add a splash of water and carefully incorporate the shredded tuna into the pan. Stir gently to coat the tuna with the spices.
Simmer and Serve: Allow the mixture to simmer, letting the spices infuse into the tuna for about 10-15 minutes, until the flavors meld beautifully. Add the Thai basil leaves just before serving for an extra burst of freshness.

Serve your Shredded Spicy Tuna with steamed rice for a complete meal that showcases the rich and vibrant flavors of Indonesian cuisine. Enjoy every bite of this flavorful dish that embodies love and tradition in every spoonful!