Tekwan
Tekwan is a traditional Indonesian dish that originates from Palembang, South Sumatra. It is a delicious soup made with fish dumplings, usually made from a combination of fish paste, tapioca flour, and seasoning, cooked in a flavorful broth. The broth is typically made from a blend of prawns, fish bones, and spices, giving it a rich and aromatic taste. Tekwan is often served with a variety of toppings such as fried shallots, cilantro, and lime juice.
Ingredients
- 250 grams fish fillets (such as tilapia or mackerel)
- 100 grams prawns peeled and deveined
- 100 grams tapioca flour
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon white pepper
- 1 liter water
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 2 shallots thinly sliced
- Fresh cilantro chopped (for garnish)
- Lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- In a food processor, blend the fish fillets and prawns until you achieve a smooth paste-like consistency.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the fish and prawn paste, minced garlic, salt, white pepper, and tapioca flour. Mix well until the ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Wet your hands with water, then shape the fish mixture into small dumplings or balls.
- In a large pot, bring the water to a boil. Gently add the fish dumplings and cook them until they float to the surface. This usually takes about 3-4 minutes.
- Remove the cooked dumplings from the pot and set them aside.
- In a separate pan, heat the oil over medium heat. Sauté the sliced shallots until they turn golden and crispy. Remove them from the pan and set them aside for garnishing.
- In the same pan, add the sautéed garlic and cook until fragrant. Pour in the boiling water used to cook the dumplings, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Let the broth simmer for a few minutes.
- To serve, place a few dumplings in a bowl and pour the hot broth over them. Garnish with the crispy shallots and chopped cilantro.
- Squeeze some fresh lime juice over the soup just before eating to enhance the flavors.
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 368kcal (18%)Carbohydrates: 48g (16%)Protein: 26g (52%)Fat: 9g (14%)Saturated Fat: 1g (6%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 63mg (21%)Sodium: 1255mg (55%)Potassium: 444mg (13%)Fiber: 1g (4%)Sugar: 1g (1%)Vitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 3mg (4%)Calcium: 43mg (4%)Iron: 2mg (11%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
