Indonesian fish recipes
Zesty Grilled Gurame Fish with Fresh Sambal Matah
Grilled Gurame Fish with Sambal Matah
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
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| Gurame fish, cleaned | 2 pieces |
| Salt | to taste |
| Pepper | to taste |
| Lime juice | to taste (for marinating) |
| Shallots, thinly sliced | 8-9 cloves |
| Lemongrass, thinly sliced | 1 stalk |
| Bird’s eye chilies, thinly sliced | 8-9 pieces |
| Shrimp paste | ½ sachet |
| Cooking oil | as needed |
| Flavor enhancer | to taste |
| Lime | ½ piece |
Instructions
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Marinate the Fish: Rub the cleaned gurame fish with salt, pepper, and lime juice. Allow it to marinate for 15 minutes to absorb the flavors.
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Prepare the Sambal Matah: While the fish marinates, thinly slice the shallots, lemongrass, and bird’s eye chilies. In a small pan, heat a bit of oil over low heat. Add the shrimp paste, stirring until well combined. Pour the heated oil over the sliced ingredients, mixing in a pinch of salt and a flavor enhancer to taste. Your sambal is now ready.
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Cook the Fish: Grill the marinated fish until cooked through, or fry if preferred. Once done, remove from heat.
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Serve: Serve the grilled gurame fish hot, accompanied by the refreshing sambal matah, and enjoy this delightful combination!
