Sweet Soy Glazed Skipjack Tuna

Tongkol Kecap Recipe

Ingredients:

• 2 baskets of tongkol (skipjack tuna)
• For the Seasoning:
  • 2 cloves of garlic
  • 3 shallots
  • 4 red chilies
  • 1 tomato
  • Oyster sauce
  • Sweet soy sauce (kecap manis)

Instructions:

1. Fry the Tongkol:

   • Heat oil in a pan and fry the tongkol pieces. Be careful not to cook them too long as they might become tough; a short frying time is sufficient.

2. Prepare the Seasoning:

   • Thinly slice the garlic, shallots, red chilies, and tomato.

3. Sauté the Aromatics:

   • In a separate pan, heat a little oil over medium heat. Add the sliced shallots and garlic. Sauté until fragrant and translucent.

4. Add the Chilies and Tomato:

   • Add the sliced red chilies and tomato to the pan with the sautéed shallots and garlic. Cook for a few minutes until the tomato begins to break down.

5. Combine Ingredients:

   • Add the fried tongkol pieces to the pan. Pour in some water to create a sauce, then season with salt, sweet soy sauce (kecap manis), and oyster sauce.

6. Simmer and Serve:

   • Stir everything well and let it simmer until the sauce thickens and the flavors meld together, with the liquid reducing slightly. Adjust seasoning as needed.

7. Final Touches:

   • Once the sauce has thickened and coats the tongkol nicely, remove from heat. Serve hot.

Enjoy this flavorful and aromatic dish with steamed rice for a delicious meal!