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Lengkare Fish Soup Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 500g of fish fillet, cut into small pieces
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon of ginger, minced
- 1 tablespoon of turmeric powder
- 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
- 1 liter of water
- 2 stalks of lemongrass, bruised
- 2 kaffir lime leaves
- 1 tomato, chopped
- 1 tablespoon of tamarind paste
- 1 tablespoon of fish sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish

Special equipment needed:
- Large pot

Step-by-step instructions:
1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and minced ginger. Cook until the onion is translucent.
3. Add the turmeric powder and stir well.
4. Add the fish fillet and stir until the fish is coated with the spice mixture.
5. Add the water, lemongrass, and kaffir lime leaves. Bring to a boil.
6. Reduce the heat and let the soup simmer for 10 minutes.
7. Add the chopped tomato, tamarind paste, and fish sauce. Stir well.
8. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
9. Let the soup simmer for another 10 minutes.
10. Remove the lemongrass and kaffir lime leaves.
11. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro leaves.


Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
5. Temperature:
Medium heat
Serving size:
4 servings

Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 150
Fat: 6g
Protein: 20g
Carbohydrates: 5g
Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 2g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use any type of fish fillet for this recipe.
- If you don't have tamarind paste, you can use lime juice instead.
- If you don't have kaffir lime leaves, you can use lime zest.

Variations:
- You can add vegetables such as carrots, potatoes, or green beans to the soup.
- You can use coconut milk instead of water for a creamier soup.
- You can add chili peppers for a spicier soup.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to remove the lemongrass and kaffir lime leaves before serving.
- You can adjust the amount of fish sauce and tamarind paste to your liking.
- You can use a blender to puree the soup for a smoother texture.

Storage instructions:
- Store the leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- Reheat the soup on the stove over medium heat until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the soup in individual bowls.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves.

Garnishes:
- Fresh cilantro leaves

Pairings:
- Steamed rice
- Crusty bread

Suggested side dishes:
- Green salad
- Grilled vegetables

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the soup is too thick, add more water or coconut milk to thin it out.
- If the soup is too sour, add more fish sauce or sugar to balance the flavors.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the fish fillet thoroughly before adding it to the soup.
- Store the leftover soup in the refrigerator within 2 hours of cooking.

Food history:
- Lengkare fish soup is a traditional Indonesian dish that originated from the island of Java.

Flavor profiles:
- The soup has a savory and slightly sour flavor with a hint of spice from the turmeric and ginger.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve the soup hot with steamed rice or crusty bread.

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Region: Indonesian

Taste: Spicy, Tangy, Savory, Herbal, Aromatic