Name: Arsik
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Ingredients: 1 pound freshwater fish ((such as carp or tilapia), cleaned and cut into pieces); 2 tablespoons tamarind pulp (soaked in 4 tablespoons of water (for tamarind juice)); 4 shallots (thinly sliced); 3 cloves garlic (minced); 2 red chilies (sliced (adjust according to your spice preference)); 2 stalks emongrass (bruised); 1 thumb-sized ginger (sliced); 1 thumb-sized galangal (sliced); 1 teaspoon ground turmeric; 1 teaspoon salt ((adjust to taste)); 1 teaspoon sugar ((optional, for a hint of sweetness)); 2 tablespoons cooking oil; 2 cups water; Fresh cilantro (or parsley leaves for garnish)

Arsik

Arsik is a traditional dish from North Sumatra, Indonesia. It is typically made with freshwater fish, such as carp or tilapia, cooked in a flavorful sauce made from spices like turmeric, ginger, galangal, and lemongrass. The dish has a vibrant yellow color and is often served with steamed rice.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 20

Total Time 40

Course Dinner, Lunch

Cuisine Indonesian, North Sumatra

Servings servings

Calories 220 kcal

Ingredients

1 pound freshwater fish (such as carp or tilapia), cleaned and cut into pieces
2 tablespoons tamarind pulp soaked in 4 tablespoons of water (for tamarind juice)
4 shallots thinly sliced
3 cloves garlic minced
2 red chilies sliced (adjust according to your spice preference)
2 stalks emongrass bruised
1 thumb-sized ginger sliced
1 thumb-sized galangal sliced
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
1 teaspoon sugar (optional, for a hint of sweetness)
2 tablespoons cooking oil
2 cups water
Fresh cilantro or parsley leaves for garnish

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Instructions

In a small bowl, soak the tamarind pulp in water and set it aside to extract the tamarind juice.
Heat the cooking oil in a pan or wok over medium heat.
Sauté the shallots, garlic, and chilies until fragrant and golden brown.
Add the lemongrass, ginger, galangal, ground turmeric, and continue to sauté for a minute to release the flavors.
Add the fish pieces and gently stir to coat them with the spice mixture.
Pour in the tamarind juice, water, salt, and sugar (if using). Stir to combine everything well.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat, cover the pan, and simmer for about 15-20 minutes or until the fish is cooked through and tender.
Adjust the seasoning if needed.
Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley leaves.
Serve the Arsik hot with steamed rice or your preferred side dishes.

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Nutrition

Calories: 220kcal (11%)Carbohydrates: 12g (4%)Protein: 24g (48%)Fat: 9g (14%)Saturated Fat: 1g (6%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 57mg (19%)Sodium: 652mg (28%)Potassium: 532mg (15%)Fiber: 1g (4%)Sugar: 7g (8%)Vitamin A: 217IU (4%)Vitamin C: 36mg (44%)Calcium: 36mg (4%)Iron: 1mg (6%)

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Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.

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