Ikan Bakar Asam Pedas (grilled Fish With Spicy Tamarind Sauce)

Ikan Bakar Asam Pedas is a popular dish in Banjar Cuisine, known for its bold and spicy flavors. This dish features grilled fish smothered in a tangy and spicy tamarind sauce, creating a perfect balance of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.

Ikan Bakar Asam Pedas (grilled Fish With Spicy Tamarind Sauce)

Ingredients

  • 4 pieces of fish fillets (such as snapper or mackerel)
  • 1 cup tamarind juice
  • 4 red chilies, chopped
  • 4 shallots, sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 4 tablespoons cooking oil

Instructions

  1. Marinate the fish fillets with turmeric powder and salt for 15 minutes.
  2. In a bowl, mix tamarind juice, red chilies, shallots, garlic, and sugar to make the spicy tamarind sauce.
  3. Heat the cooking oil in a pan and sauté the spicy tamarind sauce until fragrant.
  4. Grill the marinated fish fillets over medium heat until cooked through.
  5. Brush the grilled fish with the spicy tamarind sauce and serve hot.

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 Pan

Tools

Knife Cutting board Measuring cups and spoons Brush for basting

Serving suggestions

Serve the Ikan Bakar Asam Pedas with steamed rice and a side of sambal for an authentic Banjar meal.

Tips & tricks

For a smokier flavor, you can grill the fish over charcoal instead of a gas grill.

Cost

$15