Asam Pedas / Asam Padeh Ikan (Spicy Tamarind Fish Stew)
Course: Entree
Cuisine: Indonesian
Prep Time: 20 minutesminutes
Cook Time: 10 minutesminutes
Total Time: 30 minutesminutes
Servings: 4servings
Calories: 484kcal
Author: Marvellina
Fish are cooked in tamarind juice and aromatic spices and herbs. It's a popular fish stew in Southeast Asia known for its sour and spicy taste profile.
Rub the fish with 1/2 tsp of salt and set aside to let them marinate when you prepare other things
Prepare tamarind juice:
Put 1/2 cup of seedless tamarind block in a bowl. Pour 1 cup of warm water and let it soak for 10 minutes while you prepare other things. Then strain out the juice and discard the pulp
Grind the ingredients:
Put all ingredients to grind in a blender. The water will help it blend easily
Cooking:
Preheat a large skillet or wok. When it's hot, add 2 Tbsp of cooking oil. Add the grind paste you prepared earlier followed by turmeric powder and galangal powder. Saute for about 3-4 minutes. Add lemongrass stalk, bay leaves, and kaffir lime leaves. Continue to saute for another minute. Add tamarind juice and seasonings and bring back to a gentle simmer
Add okra and pineapple cubes and cook until the okra pieces for about 2 minutes. Then add the fish and tomatoes. Cover and let them cook for about 3-4 minutes or until the fish are cooked through. They flake easily when they are cooked.
Have a taste and adjust to your preference. The asam pedas is sour, spicy, and savory with that hint of sweetness a little bit. When you are happy with the taste, turn off the heat and transfer to a serving bowl