Grilled Gurame with Sweet Soy Sauce (Gurame Bakar Kecap)
Ingredients
| Ingredients | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Gurame fish (large) | 1 whole |
| Lime | 1 piece |
| Salt | 1 teaspoon |
| For the Spice Paste | |
| Shallots | 5 cloves |
| Garlic | 5 cloves |
| Black pepper | 1 teaspoon |
| Coriander seeds | 1 teaspoon |
| Chili sauce | 2 tablespoons |
| Sweet soy sauce | 100 ml |
| Salt | To taste |
| Sugar | To taste |
| Water | 75 ml |
Instructions
| Steps | Details |
|---|---|
| 1. Prepare the Gurame | Begin by thoroughly cleaning the Gurame fish and making shallow slashes across the surface on both sides. Rub the fish with lime juice and salt, then set it aside for 30 minutes to eliminate any fishy odor and to help tenderize the fish. After 30 minutes, fry the fish until it’s slightly crispy on the outside. |
| 2. Prepare the Spice Paste | Blend the shallots, garlic, black pepper, and coriander seeds into a smooth paste. Heat a little oil in a pan and sauté the paste until it becomes fragrant. Season with salt and sugar to taste, then add the chili sauce and sweet soy sauce. Pour in 75 ml of water, stir well, and adjust the seasoning as needed. |
| 3. Grill the Fish | Generously coat the fried fish with the prepared spice paste. Grill the fish over low heat, turning occasionally, until the flavors seep in and the fish becomes perfectly grilled. Be careful not to burn the sauce. |
| 4. Serve | Once the fish is cooked and the basting sauce has caramelized slightly, remove from the heat and serve immediately. Enjoy your Grilled Gurame with Sweet Soy Sauce! |
Nutritional Information (per serving, estimated)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 350 kcal |
| Protein | 30 g |
| Fat | 18 g |
| Carbohydrates | 15 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sodium | 900 mg |
| Sugar | 10 g |
This Grilled Gurame recipe is a perfect blend of sweet and savory, with the caramelized soy sauce and chili flavors seeping deeply into the fish, creating a tender yet slightly crispy delight that’s sure to please any seafood lover.
