Sour And Spicy Fish Stew (ikan Gerang Asam)

Sour and Spicy Fish Stew (Ikan Gerang Asam) is a traditional Peranakan dish known for its bold and vibrant flavors. This tangy and fiery stew is a perfect combination of sourness from tamarind and spiciness from chilies, creating a tantalizing taste experience.

Sour And Spicy Fish Stew (ikan Gerang Asam)

Ingredients

  • 500g fish fillets, cut into chunks
  • 10 dried chilies, soaked and deseeded
  • 5 shallots
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 2 stalks lemongrass, sliced
  • 3 kaffir lime leaves
  • 1 tomato, cut into wedges
  • 2 cups water
  • 3 tablespoons tamarind paste
  • 2 tablespoons cooking oil
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. In a blender, combine the soaked chilies, shallots, and garlic. Blend into a smooth paste.
  2. Heat the cooking oil in a pot over medium heat. Add the blended paste and sauté until fragrant.
  3. Add the lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, and tomato. Cook for a few minutes until the tomato softens.
  4. Pour in the water and tamarind paste. Bring to a simmer.
  5. Add the fish chunks and let the stew simmer for about 10-15 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through.
  6. Season with salt to taste.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Carbohydrates
15g
Protein
25g
Fat
12g

Supplies

Pot Blender Knife Cutting board

Tools

Serving bowls Soup ladle

Serving suggestions

Sour and Spicy Fish Stew is best served hot with steamed rice or crusty bread to soak up the flavorful broth.

Tips & tricks

For an extra kick of heat, you can add more chilies according to your preference.

Cost

$15