Dorang Bumbu Woku Recipe
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Dorang fish (approximately 7 fish, palm-sized) | 3/4 kg |
| Lime (for marinating) | To taste |
| Spice Paste: | |
| Shallots | 10 cloves |
| Garlic | 5 cloves |
| Roasted candlenuts | 3 nuts |
| Ginger | 3 cm |
| Turmeric | 3 cm |
| Red chilies (seeds removed, adjust to taste) | 2 pieces |
| Pounded/Chopped Spices: | |
| Lemongrass | 1 stalk |
| Kaffir lime leaves (remove the midrib) | 4 leaves |
| Bay leaves | 4 leaves |
| Additional Ingredients: | |
| Sweet basil (kemangi) | 1 bunch |
| Spring onion (chopped coarsely) | 1 piece |
| Tomato (diced) | 1 piece |
| Salt | To taste |
| Sugar | To taste |
| Seasoning (optional) | A pinch |
| Water | As needed |
| Oil for sautéing | As needed |
Instructions
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Prepare the Fish: Clean the dorang fish thoroughly, removing any internal organs and debris. Rinse well to ensure all impurities are gone.
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Marinate: Squeeze lime juice over the fish and let it marinate for 15-30 minutes while preparing the other ingredients.
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Blend Spices: In a blender, combine shallots, garlic, candlenuts, ginger, turmeric, and red chilies. Add a little oil to facilitate blending until smooth.
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Fry the Fish: Heat a pan with salt and oil. Once hot, gently add the fish and fry until halfway cooked to avoid splattering. Remove and set aside.
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Sauté the Spice Paste: In the same pan, pour in the blended spice paste and sauté until fragrant.
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Add Pounded Spices: Add the pounded lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, and bay leaves to the pan, continuing to sauté until aromatic.
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Simmer with Fish: Add enough water to create a sauce and bring to a boil. Once boiling, add the fried fish back into the pan.
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Season: Stir in sugar, salt, and optional seasoning, adjusting to taste.
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Incorporate Additional Ingredients: Add the sweet basil, spring onion, and diced tomato. Let simmer until everything is cooked through and the flavors meld, ensuring a fragrant aroma.
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Serve: Once done, serve hot and enjoy the vibrant flavors of Dorang Bumbu Woku!
Happy cooking!
