Acar Kakap Merah: A Flavorful Indonesian Fish Dish

Ingredients

To prepare this delightful Acar Kakap Merah, gather the following ingredients:

• 1 whole red snapper (kakap merah), cleaned and cut into pieces
• 5 large green chilies (cabe hijau besar), sliced
• 10 bird’s eye chilies (cabe rawit), sliced
• 1 stalk lemongrass (sereh), bruised
• 2 bay leaves (daun salam)
• 1 piece of galangal (lengkuas), sliced
• 1 piece of ginger (jahe), sliced
• 2 kaffir lime leaves (daun jeruk)
• 1 tablespoon shallots (bawang merah), finely ground
• 1 teaspoon garlic (bawang putih), finely ground
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric (kunyit), finely ground
• Cooking oil for frying
• 1 tomato, sliced

Instructions

1. Fry the Fish: Begin by frying the pieces of red snapper in hot oil until they are golden brown. Once cooked, set them aside on a plate.

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2. Sauté the Aromatics: In the same pan, add the finely ground shallots and garlic, sautéing until fragrant. Then, introduce the bay leaves, kaffir lime leaves, lemongrass, galangal, and ginger, allowing the mixture to infuse the oil with their wonderful flavors.

3. Add the Chilies: Next, add the sliced green chilies and bird’s eye chilies to the pan, continuing to sauté until the chilies become aromatic.

4. Incorporate Liquid: Pour in half a glass of water to the pan, stirring well to combine with the sautéed ingredients.

5. Combine with the Fish: Carefully place the fried red snapper pieces into the pan. Add a pinch of seasoning or flavor enhancer of your choice, gently mixing to ensure the fish absorbs the delicious flavors. Allow the dish to simmer so that the spices meld beautifully with the fish.

6. Finish with Tomato: Finally, add the sliced tomato to the pan, stirring everything together once more. After a brief simmer, your Acar Kakap Merah is ready to be served.

7. Serve Hot: Remove from heat and serve the dish hot, allowing the aromatic spices and the tender fish to shine through.

Enjoy this traditional Indonesian delight that brings a perfect balance of flavors, ideal for a hearty meal shared with family and friends!