Introduction
Gulai kakap is a popular dish in Indonesia that is made with fish, coconut milk, and a variety of spices. It is a flavorful and rich curry that is perfect for any occasion. In this recipe, we will be using red snapper (kakap merah) as the main ingredient.
Ingredients
- 1 whole red snapper (cleaned and cut into pieces)
- 2 cans of coconut milk
- 2 stalks of lemongrass (bruised)
- 4 kaffir lime leaves
- 3 bay leaves
- 1 turmeric leaf (optional)
- 1 tablespoon of tamarind paste (diluted in 1/2 cup of water)
- 1 tablespoon of palm sugar
- Salt to taste
Spice Paste
- 10 shallots
- 5 cloves of garlic
- 5 red chilies
- 3 bird’s eye chilies
- 1 inch of ginger
- 1 inch of galangal
- 1 teaspoon of coriander seeds
- 1 teaspoon of cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder
Instructions
- Blend all of the spice paste ingredients in a food processor or mortar and pestle until smooth.
- Heat up a large pot or wok over medium heat. Add the spice paste and sauté until fragrant.
- Add the lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, bay leaves, and turmeric leaf (if using) to the pot/wok and stir for a few minutes.
- Add the coconut milk to the pot/wok and stir until well combined with the spice paste.
- Add the tamarind paste, palm sugar, and salt to the pot/wok and stir until the sugar is dissolved.
- Bring the mixture to a boil and then reduce the heat to low.
- Add the red snapper pieces to the pot/wok and gently stir until the fish is coated with the curry sauce.
- Cover the pot/wok and simmer for about 15-20 minutes or until the fish is cooked through.
- Remove from heat and serve hot with steamed rice and some fresh vegetables on the side.
Nutrition
Here is the approximate nutritional information for one serving (based on 6 servings total):
- Calories: 450
- Total Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
- Sodium: 550mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 20g
- Dietary Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 7g
- Protein: 30g
Conclusion
Gulai kakap is a delicious and nutritious dish that is easy to make at home. With its rich and complex flavors, it is sure to impress your family and friends. So why not give this recipe a try and see for yourself how tasty it can be?
