Indonesian Ikan Bakar with Chili Lime Sauce
Grilled Fish with a Spicy Zest
A tantalizing Indonesian grilled fish dish, infused with bold spices and served with a vibrant chili lime sauce.
- 1 h 30 min
- 4
- Intermediate
Ingredients
For the Fish Marinade
For the Chili Lime Sauce
For the Garnish
Preparation
Marinating the Fish
Mix the Marinade
In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, ginger, turmeric, coriander, salt, and pepper.
Apply the Marinade
Rub the marinade over the entire fish, ensuring the mixture gets into the scored cuts.
Refrigerate
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Allow the fish to marinate for at least 30 minutes for maximum flavor. Do not over-marinate, as the acidic elements can start to cook it.
Preparing the Chili Lime Sauce
Combine the Ingredients
In a blender, combine chilies, palm sugar, fish sauce, lime juice, garlic, and tamarind paste.
For less heat, remove the seeds from the chilies before blending.
Blend
Blend until smooth.
Adjust Seasoning
Adjust seasoning as desired.
Cooking Process
Grilling the Fish
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Place the marinated fish on the grill and cook for 8–10 minutes on each side.
Simmering the Sauce
In a small saucepan, heat the chili lime sauce over low heat until slightly thickened.
Resting
Allow the fish to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Plating & Serving
Indonesian Ikan Bakar with Chili Lime Sauce
Indonesian Ikan Bakar with Chili Lime Sauce
Serve and Garnish
Place the grilled fish on a large platter, spoon the chili lime sauce over the top, and garnish with lime slices and fresh cilantro.