IKAN SAMBAL - FISH WITH SPICY TAMARIND SAUCE (BRUNEI)
This recipe was featured on week 39 of my food blog, "Travel by Stove." I am attempting to cook one meal from every nation on Earth, and Brunei is my 39th stop. This recipe originally appeared in "Southeast Asian Cooking" by Barbara Hansen. The original version includes 1/2 tsp of shrimp paste in the sauce, which I left out here because I thought it tasted awful. Use it only if you are familiar with and like the taste of shrimp paste.
Provided by GiddyUpGo
Categories Asian
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Rub the fish fillets with salt and turmeric, then cut them into pieces (for large fillets you would want about four pieces each; just two for smaller fillets). Cover and refrigerate.
- Place the shallots, garlic and chile in a food processor and pulse until you get a thick paste.
- Heat 1 tbsp oil in a small saucepan. Add the shallot mixture and saute for about three minutes.
- In a small bowl, mix the tamarind paste with the warm water and add to the shallots with the sugar and salt. Reduce heat and simmer for five minutes or until the sauce is pretty thick.
- Meanwhile, heat 3 tbsp oil in a large frying pan and fry the fish on both sides, working in batches if you need to, until it flakes easily with a fork. Transfer the fish to a warm platter and spoon the sauce over. Garnish with the onion rings.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 184.2, Fat 13.8, SaturatedFat 1.8, Sodium 445.4, Carbohydrate 15.2, Fiber 1, Sugar 5.5, Protein 1.8
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Muzzammil Ameer
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a healthy and delicious meal. The fish is a good source of protein and the sauce is packed with vegetables. I would recommend this dish to anyone who is looking for a healthy and flavorful meal.
ovi raz
[email protected]This dish is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it. The fish is cooked perfectly and the sauce is amazing. I would recommend making this dish for a special occasion or when you have some extra time.
Yar Kuany
[email protected]I made this dish for my husband's birthday and he loved it! He said it was the best fish he's ever had. I will definitely be making this again for special occasions.
Bishwanatha Yadav
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a special occasion. The fish is elegant and the sauce is flavorful and impressive. I would recommend serving this dish with a side of rice or noodles.
SnikiLle Lushaba
[email protected]I wasn't sure how I would like the tamarind sauce, but I was pleasantly surprised! It's sweet, sour, and tangy, and it pairs perfectly with the fish. I will definitely be making this dish again.
TheDarkCKnight
[email protected]This dish is a bit spicy for me, but I still enjoyed it. The fish was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful. I would recommend using less chili peppers if you don't like spicy food.
Lindokuhle Hlatshwayo
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The fish cooks quickly and the sauce is easy to make. Plus, it's healthy and delicious!
Ebenezer Abolaji
[email protected]I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge success! Everyone raved about the fish and the sauce. I will definitely be making this again.
Nambi Pretty
[email protected]This dish was a hit with my family! The fish was flaky and moist, and the sauce was flavorful and tangy. We all loved it.
Rhaula Tharu
[email protected]I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a huge fan of tamarind, but I'm so glad I did! The sauce is amazing - it's sweet, sour, and spicy all at the same time. And the fish is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this dish ag
Q Alphabet Lore
[email protected]This is an absolutely delicious dish! The fish is cooked to perfection and the sauce is flavorful and spicy, with just the right amount of tanginess from the tamarind. I'm definitely going to be making this again!