Betawi Spiced Fish Soup (betawi Pindang Ikan)

Betawi Spiced Fish Soup, also known as Betawi Pindang Ikan, is a traditional Indonesian dish from the Betawi cuisine. This flavorful and aromatic fish soup is a popular comfort food in the region, featuring a blend of spices and herbs that create a rich and satisfying broth.

Betawi Spiced Fish Soup (betawi Pindang Ikan)

Ingredients

  • 4 pieces of fish fillet
  • 8 cups of water
  • 2 tomatoes, sliced
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 4 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 2 red chilies, sliced
  • 2 lemongrass stalks, bruised
  • 4 kaffir lime leaves
  • 1 teaspoon tamarind paste
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cooking oil

Instructions

  1. In a pot, heat the cooking oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic, sliced onion, and red chilies. Sauté until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the water and bring it to a boil.
  4. Add the fish fillet, tomatoes, lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, tamarind paste, salt, and sugar. Simmer for 30 minutes.
  5. Adjust the seasoning if needed.
  6. Serve the Betawi Spiced Fish Soup hot with steamed rice.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
10g
Fat
12g

Supplies

Pot Knife Cutting board Wooden spoon

Tools

Stove

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Enjoy the Betawi Spiced Fish Soup with a side of steamed rice and a squeeze of fresh lime juice.

Tips & tricks

Tips: For a spicier kick, add more red chilies to the soup. Adjust the level of heat according to your preference.

Cost

$15