Indonesian fish recipes

Sweet Soy Glazed Grilled Gurame Fish

Published
Oct 25, 2024
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2 min
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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.