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.
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
- Make 3-4 diagonal cuts on each side of the fish.
- 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.
- Coat the fish with the marinade, including the cuts, and let it marinate for 30 minutes.
- Wrap each fish in banana leaves and secure with toothpicks.
- Grill the fish over medium heat for 6-8 minutes on each side, or until the fish is cooked through and slightly charred.
- 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