Dried Anchovy (Ikan Bilis In Malay Language) is a staple food item in the pantries of Malaysians and Asians. Malaysians use them to make Sambal Ikan Bilis (Dried Anchovies In Spicy Sauce) as a side dish for the famous Nasi Lemak (Fragrant Rich Coconut Rice). Some even use it as a base for fish stocks and stews. The dried anchovies enhance the dish by giving a rich umami flavour.
Let’s make Sambal Ikan Bilis
How To Cook Sambal Ikan Bilis:
Ingredients:
1) 2 Cups Of Dried Anchovies (Wash And Pat Dry On A Paper Towel)
2) 1 Medium Size Red Onion (Roughly Cut)
3) 2 Cloves Of Garlic
4) 4 Tablespoons Of Chilli Paste
5) 1 Teaspoon Of Salt
6) 1 Tablespoon Of Sugar
7) 3 Tablespoons Of Cooking Oil
8) 1/2 Teaspoon Of Tamarind Paste
9) Water
Method:
How to cook:
- Wash Thoroughly The Dried Anchovies, Pat Dry And Keep Aside.
- Blend Together Red Onion And Garlic In A Mortar Or Mini Blender.
- Pour Cooking Oil Into Your Pan And Put In The Blended Ingredients. Give A Good Stir And Mix.
- Wait Till The Mixture Become Slightly Brownish And Then Pour In The Chili Paste. Give A Good Stir And Mix.
- Stir Around 10 Minutes Till The Oil Starts Bubbling Up On The Surface Of Your Pan.
- Add In The Dried Anchovies To The Pan.
- Pour In Some Water And Tamarind Paste.
- Put In Salt And Sugar And Wait Till The Mixture Become Slightly Thicker. Do A Taste Test And Adjust With Your Sugar And Salt.
- Your Sambal With Dried Anchovies Is Now Ready. Enjoy!
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