Ikan Bakar (fragrant And Spicy Grilled Fish)

Ikan Bakar is a popular dish from Manado cuisine, known for its fragrant and spicy grilled fish. This dish is a perfect combination of bold flavors and tender fish, making it a favorite among seafood lovers.

Ikan Bakar (fragrant And Spicy Grilled Fish)

Ingredients

  • 4 pieces of fresh fish fillets
  • 5 shallots, finely chopped
  • 4 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 2 red chilies, sliced
  • 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon of coriander powder
  • 1 teaspoon of salt
  • 1 teaspoon of sugar
  • 3 tablespoons of lime juice
  • Banana leaves for wrapping

Instructions

  1. Clean the fish fillets and pat them dry with paper towels.
  2. In a bowl, mix the shallots, garlic, red chilies, turmeric powder, coriander powder, salt, sugar, and lime juice to make a marinade.
  3. Coat the fish fillets with the marinade and let them sit for 10 minutes.
  4. Wrap each fish fillet in a piece of banana leaf and secure with toothpicks.
  5. Grill the fish over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until cooked through.
  6. Serve the Ikan Bakar hot with steamed rice and sambal for an extra kick.

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
5g
Fat
20g

Supplies

Grill Tongs Brush for marinade

Tools

Knife Cutting board Bowl for marinade

Serving suggestions

Ikan Bakar is best served hot with steamed rice and a side of sambal for an extra kick.

Tips & tricks

For a smoky flavor, grill the fish over charcoal. If banana leaves are not available, aluminum foil can be used as a substitute for wrapping the fish.

Cost

$15