Name: Asam Pedas Ikan Kerisi
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Ingredients: 1 pound threadfin bream ((ikan kerisi), cleaned and cut into slices); 2 tablespoons tamarind paste (mixed with ½ cup water (strained to remove seeds and fibers)); 5 shallots (thinly sliced); 3 cloves garlic (minced); 2 stalks lemongrass (crushed); 2 red chili peppers (sliced (adjust according to your spice preference)); 2 tomatoes (cut into wedges); 6-8 okra (trimmed and halved); 1 eggplant (cut into bite-sized pieces); 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 teaspoon turmeric powder; Salt (to taste); Sugar (to taste (optional)); Fresh cilantro (or laksa leaves for garnish)

Asam Pedas Ikan Kerisi

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Asam Pedas Ikan Kerisi is a delicious and popular Malaysian dish. It is a tangy and spicy fish dish cooked in a sour tamarind-based broth. “Ikan Kerisi” refers to a type of local fish called threadfin bream, which is commonly used in this recipe. The dish is typically served with steamed rice and various side dishes.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 30

Total Time 50

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Asian, Malaysian

Calories: 205

Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients

1 pound threadfin bream (ikan kerisi), cleaned and cut into slices
2 tablespoons tamarind paste mixed with ½ cup water (strained to remove seeds and fibers)
5 shallots thinly sliced
3 cloves garlic minced
2 stalks lemongrass crushed
2 red chili peppers sliced (adjust according to your spice preference)
2 tomatoes cut into wedges
6-8 okra trimmed and halved
1 eggplant cut into bite-sized pieces
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
Salt to taste
Sugar to taste (optional)
Fresh cilantro or laksa leaves for garnish

Method

In a large pot or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
Sauté the shallots, garlic, and lemongrass until fragrant and slightly golden.
Add the turmeric powder and stir well to combine.
Add the tamarind water mixture to the pot and bring it to a gentle simmer.
Add the sliced chili peppers and continue simmering for a few minutes.
Add the fish slices to the pot and gently stir to coat them with the sauce. Simmer for about 5 minutes or until the fish is cooked through.
Add the tomatoes, okra, and eggplant to the pot. Simmer for another 5 minutes or until the vegetables are tender, but still slightly crisp.
Taste the broth and adjust the seasoning with salt and sugar if needed.
Once done, remove the pot from the heat and let it rest for a few minutes.
Garnish with fresh cilantro or laksa leaves before serving.
Asam Pedas Ikan Kerisi is best enjoyed with steamed rice and additional side dishes of your choice.

Nutrition

Calories: 205kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 26gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 57mgSodium: 72mgPotassium: 1021mgFiber: 6gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 885IUVitamin C: 51mgCalcium: 67mgIron: 2mg

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