Ikan Bakar Arab Indonesia (indonesian Arabic Grilled Fish)

Ikan Bakar Arab Indonesia, or Indonesian Arabic Grilled Fish, is a popular dish in Indonesian Arab cuisine. This flavorful and aromatic grilled fish is a perfect combination of Indonesian and Arabic flavors, making it a delicious and unique dish to try.

Ikan Bakar Arab Indonesia (indonesian Arabic Grilled Fish)

Ingredients

  • 4 whole fish (such as snapper or sea bass), cleaned and gutted
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 shallots, finely chopped
  • 2 red chilies, sliced
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon coriander powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons tamarind juice
  • 4 tablespoons sweet soy sauce (kecap manis)
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • Banana leaves for wrapping

Instructions

  1. Make 3-4 diagonal cuts on each side of the fish.
  2. In a bowl, mix together garlic, shallots, red chilies, turmeric powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, salt, tamarind juice, sweet soy sauce, and vegetable oil to make a marinade.
  3. Coat the fish with the marinade, including the cuts, and let it marinate for 30 minutes.
  4. Wrap each fish in banana leaves and secure with toothpicks.
  5. Grill the fish over medium heat for 6-8 minutes on each side, or until the fish is cooked through and slightly charred.
  6. Serve the grilled fish hot with steamed rice and sambal for an authentic Indonesian Arabic dining experience.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Grilling

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
10g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Grill Tongs Bowl Brush for marinade

Tools

Knife Cutting board Toothpicks

Serving suggestions

Serving Suggestion: Serve the grilled fish with a side of steamed rice, fresh salad, and sambal for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

Tip: Make sure to use fresh and high-quality fish for the best flavor and texture.

Cost

$20