Ingredients with Measurements:
- 500g fish (any firm white fish)
- 10 pieces of keluak nuts
- 5 shallots, sliced
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 red chillies, sliced
- 1 tbsp tamarind paste
- 2 tbsp palm sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 cups water
- 2 tbsp oil
Special equipment needed:
- Mortar and pestle
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Soak the keluak nuts in water for at least 2 hours or overnight until they soften.
2. Using a mortar and pestle, pound the keluak nuts until they become a paste.
3. Heat the oil in a pot over medium heat. Add the shallots, garlic, and red chillies and sauté until fragrant.
4. Add the keluak paste and continue to sauté for another 2-3 minutes.
5. Add the tamarind paste, palm sugar, salt, and water. Stir well and bring to a boil.
6. Add the fish to the pot and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes until the fish is cooked through.
7. Serve hot with steamed rice.
- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 20 minutes
Temperature:
- Medium heat
Serving size:
- 4 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Protein: 20g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Keluak nuts can be substituted with black beans or fermented soybeans.
Variations:
- You can use different types of fish such as salmon or mackerel.
- You can add vegetables such as eggplant or okra.
Tips and tricks:
- Soak the keluak nuts in advance to save time.
- Use a non-stick pot to prevent the keluak paste from sticking to the bottom.
- Adjust the amount of tamarind paste and palm sugar to your liking.
Storage instructions:
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- Reheat in a pot over low heat until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve in a bowl with steamed rice and garnish with sliced red chillies and cilantro.
Garnishes:
- Sliced red chillies and cilantro
Pairings:
- Serve with steamed rice and a side of stir-fried vegetables.
Suggested side dishes:
- Stir-fried vegetables
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the keluak paste is too thick, add a little more water to thin it out.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure the fish is cooked through before serving.
Food history:
- Ikan Assam Pedas Keluak is a traditional Indonesian dish that originated from the island of Java.
Flavor profiles:
- Sour, sweet, and spicy
Serving suggestions:
- Serve hot with steamed rice.
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