Indonesian fish recipes

Spicy Shredded Tuna with Stink Beans and Basil

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Tuna / Tongkol Suwir Pete

Ingredients

Main Ingredients Quantity
Medium-sized Tongkol or Tuna 2 pieces
Spice Paste
Red Shallots 5 pieces
Garlic 4 cloves
Large Chilies 5 pieces
Bird’s Eye Chilies 10 pieces (optional)
Medium Tomatoes 3 pieces
Shrimp Paste to taste
Salt to taste
Sugar to taste
Additional Ingredients
Basil Leaves 1 bunch
Pete (Stink Beans) 100 grams (to taste)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Fish: Begin by frying the fish until it is half-cooked. Once done, allow it to cool before shredding, removing the head and bones.

  2. Make the Spice Paste: Blend the shallots, garlic, large chilies, bird’s eye chilies, and tomatoes until smooth.

  3. Cooking: Heat 3 tablespoons of oil in a pan and sauté the spice paste until fragrant. Add the peeled pete and stir briefly.

  4. Combine with Fish: Incorporate the shredded fish into the pan. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, sugar, and seasoning as needed. Cook until the mixture becomes somewhat dry.

  5. Final Touch: Lastly, add the basil leaves and stir until they wilt. Remove from heat and serve immediately.

Enjoy this vibrant dish with rice or as a flavorful side!

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