Ikan Kembung Tumis Cabe Ijo & Pete (Mackerel Stir-Fried with Green Chilies & Stink Beans)
Dive into the vibrant flavors of Indonesian cuisine with this delightful recipe for Ikan Kembung Tumis Cabe Ijo & Pete. This dish showcases the succulent taste of mackerel stir-fried with spicy green chilies and aromatic stink beans (pete), creating a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds.
Ingredients:
- 6 mackerel fish (ikan kembung)
- 2 limes (jeruk nipis), cut into wedges
- 1 liter cooking oil (for frying)
- 20 stink beans (pete)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- For the seasoning:
- 15 green chilies (cabe ijo), sliced diagonally
- 1/2 onion (bawang bombay), sliced
- 4 shallots (bawang merah), sliced
- 4 garlic cloves (bawang putih), sliced
- 5 kaffir lime leaves (daun jeruk)
- 2 stalks green onions (daun bawang), cut into 1 cm pieces
- Thinly sliced galangal (lengkuas)
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- White sugar to taste
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce (saus tiram)
- 3 tablespoons fermented soybeans (tauco)
Instructions:
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Prepare the Fish:
- Clean the mackerel fish thoroughly. Make 2 to 3 diagonal cuts on the belly of each fish. Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of salt and squeeze over the lime juice. Allow it to marinate for 10 minutes.
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Fry the Fish:
- Heat 1 liter of cooking oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Fry the marinated mackerel in the hot oil until golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
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Cook the Seasoning:
- In the same pan, remove excess oil, leaving about 5 tablespoons. Add the sliced green chilies, onion, shallots, garlic, and kaffir lime leaves to the pan. Sauté until fragrant.
- Add the oyster sauce, fermented soybeans, stink beans, and water. Cook until the water is almost evaporated and the mixture has thickened.
- Stir in the green onions and adjust the seasoning with salt, sugar, and pepper according to your taste.
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Combine and Serve:
- Place the fried mackerel on a serving plate. Pour the cooked seasoning mixture over the fish.
- Serve hot and enjoy the delicious fusion of spicy, savory, and aromatic flavors.
This recipe for Ikan Kembung Tumis Cabe Ijo & Pete is perfect for those who love a bit of heat and complex flavors in their meals. It pairs beautifully with steamed rice and a side of vegetables, making it a complete and satisfying dish.
