Sweet and Savory Tuna Semur with Crispy Shallots

Tuna Semur Recipe

Ingredients:

• 5 pieces of tuna fillet
• For the Spice Paste:
  • 2 candlenuts
  • 2 shallots
  • 2 cloves of garlic
  • Ground black pepper, to taste
• 4 tablespoons sweet soy sauce
• Salt, sugar, and seasoning powder, to taste
• Water, as needed
• Oil, for sautéing
• Juice of 1 lime
• Fried shallots, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Tuna:

   • Clean the tuna fillets and marinate them with lime juice and a pinch of salt. Allow them to sit for 30 minutes to remove any fishy odor.

2. Fry the Tuna:

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   • Heat oil in a pan over medium heat and fry the marinated tuna fillets until they are golden brown and cooked through. Set aside.

3. Make the Spice Paste:

   • Blend the candlenuts, shallots, garlic, and ground black pepper into a smooth paste.

4. Sauté the Spice Paste:

   • In the same pan, add a bit more oil if needed. Sauté the spice paste until it becomes fragrant and slightly caramelized.

5. Cook the Semur:

   • Add bay leaves and lemongrass to the pan with the sautéed spice paste. Stir briefly to release their flavors.
   • Pour in water and sweet soy sauce, mixing well.
   • Add the fried tuna fillets to the pan. Let it simmer until the sauce thickens and the tuna is well coated, about 10-15 minutes.

6. Season to Taste:

   • Adjust the flavor with salt, sugar, and seasoning powder as needed. Taste and adjust accordingly.

7. Finish and Serve:

   • Once the sauce has reduced and the flavors have melded together, remove the pan from heat.
   • Transfer the Tuna Semur to a serving dish and garnish with fried shallots on top.

Enjoy your Tuna Semur with steamed rice or your favorite side dishes.