Cumi Isi Kelapa Bumbu Rempah Udang (stuffed Squid With Spiced Coconut And Shrimp)

Cumi Isi Kelapa Bumbu Rempah Udang is a delicious stuffed squid dish from Sundanese cuisine. The combination of spiced coconut and shrimp creates a flavorful and aromatic filling for the squid.

Cumi Isi Kelapa Bumbu Rempah Udang (stuffed Squid With Spiced Coconut And Shrimp)

Ingredients

  • 4 medium-sized squid, cleaned and tentacles removed
  • 1 cup grated coconut
  • 200g shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 shallots, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red chili, finely chopped
  • 1 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp coriander powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 2 tbsp cooking oil
  • 4 lemongrass stalks, bruised
  • 4 kaffir lime leaves
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. In a pan, heat 1 tbsp of cooking oil over medium heat. Add the grated coconut and stir-fry until fragrant and golden brown. Remove from the pan and set aside.
  2. In the same pan, heat the remaining 1 tbsp of cooking oil. Add the shallots, garlic, and red chili. Sauté until fragrant.
  3. Add the shrimp, turmeric powder, coriander powder, salt, and sugar. Cook until the shrimp is pink and cooked through.
  4. Stir in the toasted coconut and mix well. Remove from heat and let the filling cool slightly.
  5. Stuff the squid tubes with the coconut shrimp filling and secure the openings with toothpicks.
  6. In a large pan, heat some oil over medium heat. Add the lemongrass and kaffir lime leaves. Place the stuffed squid in the pan and pour in the water.
  7. Cover the pan and let the squid cook for about 15-20 minutes, or until the squid is tender.
  8. Serve the stuffed squid with steamed rice and lime wedges.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
30 minutes
Total time:
50 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Carbohydrates
15g
Protein
25g
Fat
18g

Supplies

Frying pan Large pan Tongs Knife Cutting board

Tools

Toothpicks

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestion: Enjoy the Cumi Isi Kelapa Bumbu Rempah Udang with a side of sambal and fresh cucumber slices.

Tips & tricks

Tip: Make sure to not overcook the squid to keep it tender and flavorful.

Cost

$15