Ikan Masak Taucu with Tamarind and Okra
80% asli · Peranakan / Straits Chinese
A Peranakan-inspired variation of Ikan Masak Taucu, adding a tangy dimension with tamarind paste and a unique texture with tender okra pods. This version offers a more complex sweet, sour, and savory profile.
Nilai resipi ini
Pilih 1 hingga 5 bintang. Setiap resipi hanya boleh dinilai sekali.
Belum ada penilaian.
Bahan
- Firm white fish fillets (e.g., grouper, sea bream)600g
- Fermented soybean paste (taucu)4 tbsp
- Garlic4 cloves, minced
- Ginger1 inch piece, julienned
- Red chilies2, sliced
- Tamarind paste1 tbsp
- Okra pods1 cup, trimmed and halved
- Sugar1 tsp
- Water1/2 cup
- Vegetable oil2 tbsp
- Saltto taste
- Black pepperto taste
- Cilantrofor garnish
Langkah
- 1
Season fish fillets with salt and pepper. Pan-fry in hot oil until golden brown on both sides. Set aside.
- 2
In the same pan, sauté garlic and ginger until fragrant.
- 3
Add taucu and stir-fry for a minute.
- 4
Dissolve tamarind paste in water, then add to the pan along with sugar. Bring to a simmer.
- 5
Add sliced red chilies and okra pods. Cook for 5 minutes until okra is tender-crisp.
- 6
Gently place the fish back into the sauce. Simmer for 5-7 minutes, allowing the fish to absorb the flavors.
- 7
Adjust seasoning if needed. Garnish with cilantro and serve.
