Asam Pedas Ikan Kerisi
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.
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
Instructions
- 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.
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 205kcal (10%)Carbohydrates: 23g (8%)Protein: 26g (52%)Fat: 3g (5%)Saturated Fat: 1g (6%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 57mg (19%)Sodium: 72mg (3%)Potassium: 1021mg (29%)Fiber: 6g (25%)Sugar: 12g (13%)Vitamin A: 885IU (18%)Vitamin C: 51mg (62%)Calcium: 67mg (7%)Iron: 2mg (11%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
