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Sup Asam Ikan Gabus
Ingredients
Ingredient | Quantity |
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Ikan gabus (snakehead fish) | 8 fish, cut into 2 or 3 pieces |
Jeruk nipis (lime) | 1, juiced over the cleaned fish |
Bawang putih (garlic) | 3 cloves, minced |
Bawang merah (red onion) | 3 cloves, sliced |
Sere (lemongrass) | 1 stalk, bruised |
Kunyit (turmeric) | 2 cm, bruised |
Jahe (ginger) | 2 cm, bruised |
Lengkuas (galangal) | 2 cm, bruised |
Daun salam (bay leaves) | 3 leaves |
Daun jeruk (lime leaves) | 3 leaves |
Cabe merah (red chili) | 5, sliced diagonally, ½ cm thick |
Belimbing wuluh (starfruit) | 5, sliced diagonally, ½ cm thick |
Tomat (tomato) | 1, diced |
Kecap ikan (fish sauce) | To taste |
Garam (salt) | To taste |
Gula (sugar) | A pinch |
Air (water) | As needed |
Minyak (oil) | For sautéing |
Instructions
- Begin by juicing the lime over the cleaned snakehead fish to eliminate any fishy odor.
- Heat oil in a pot and sauté the minced garlic and sliced red onion until fragrant.
- Add the bruised galangal, ginger, turmeric, bay leaves, lime leaves, and lemongrass, stirring until well combined and aromatic.
- Incorporate the sliced chilies and sauté for a moment longer.
- Pour in enough water to cover the mixture, bringing it to a boil.
- Once boiling, gently add the fish, followed by the fish sauce, salt, sugar, starfruit, and diced tomato. Stir gently to ensure the fish is evenly coated.
- Cook until the fish is thoroughly cooked and changes color, about 10-15 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary before serving hot.
Enjoy your flavorful Sup Asam Ikan Gabus, a delightful dish that brings a taste of Indonesian cuisine to your table!
