Tangy Spicy Asem Padeh Ikan Patin Recipe

Asem Padeh Ikan Patin

Ingredients:

• 1/2 kg ikan patin (Pangasius catfish)
• Water, as needed

For the Spice Paste:

• 10 red chilies
• 5 bird’s eye chilies
• 6 cloves shallots
• 4 cloves garlic
• 1 thumb-sized piece turmeric
• 1 thumb-sized piece ginger
• 3 candlenuts
• 1 thumb-sized piece galangal, crushed
• 1 stalk lemongrass, crushed
• 1 kaffir lime leaf
• 1 piece asam kandis (Garcinia xanthochymus)
• 1 tbsp tamarind juice
• 1 tomato, chopped
• 1 stalk green onion, chopped
• 2 calamansi limes, for marinating the fish
• 1 tsp fine salt
• 1 tsp granulated sugar

Preparation Steps:

1. Preparing the Fish:

   • Clean and cut the ikan patin into pieces. Marinate the fish pieces with calamansi lime juice and a pinch of salt. Set aside while you prepare the spice paste.

2. Making the Spice Paste:

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   • Blend all the spice paste ingredients until smooth.

3. Cooking the Spice Paste:

   • Heat a bit of oil in a pan and sauté the blended spice paste until fragrant. Add the crushed galangal, lemongrass, kaffir lime leaf, asam kandis, and tamarind juice. Pour in enough water to cover the fish.

4. Cooking the Fish:

   • Add the marinated ikan patin pieces into the pan. (Note: You can fry the fish pieces first if you prefer, but adding them directly is also fine.) Season with salt and sugar. Bring the mixture to a boil.

5. Final Touches:

   • Once it boils, add the chopped tomato and green onion. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Turn off the heat once everything is well-cooked.

6. Serving:

   • Serve the asem padeh ikan patin hot, ideally with a side of steamed rice. Enjoy the tangy, spicy, and savory flavors that come together beautifully in this traditional dish.

Cooking Tips:

• Adjust the Spice Level: Feel free to adjust the amount of red and bird’s eye chilies to suit your preferred level of spiciness.
• Substitute Ingredients: If you can’t find asam kandis, you can use tamarind pulp or lime juice for the tangy flavor.
• Optional Step: Frying the fish before adding it to the soup can add a different texture and depth of flavor to the dish.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: Approx. 250 per serving
• Protein: 20g
• Fat: 15g
• Carbohydrates: 10g
• Fiber: 3g
• Sugars: 4g
• Sodium: 500mg

Asem Padeh Ikan Patin is a deliciously tangy and spicy Indonesian dish that highlights the fresh flavors of fish with a robust spice blend. Perfect for a cozy meal, especially when paired with warm steamed rice. Enjoy the rich taste and aroma that make this dish a beloved favorite.