Dairy-Free Ikan Pindang
Dive into the bold and tantalizing flavors of **Dairy-Free Ikan Pindang**, a classic Indonesian dish reimagined for a dairy-free diet. This comforting fish soup features tender mackerel simmered in a fragrant broth brimming with aromatic ingredients like lemongrass, lime leaves, galangal, and salam leaves. Enhanced with the tangy punch of tamarind paste and a hint of sweetness from palm sugar, every spoonful is a harmonious balance of savory, tangy, and spicy flavors. Perfectly paired with steamed rice, this one-pot wonder is not only quick to prepare, with just 15 minutes of prep time, but also rich in authentic Southeast Asian taste. Ideal for those seeking a wholesome, gluten-free, and dairy-free meal that doesn’t skimp on authentic flavor! Keywords: dairy-free ikan pindang, Indonesian fish soup, gluten-free Southeast Asian recipe, tangy tamarind broth.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 whole fresh mackerel fish
- 2 stalks lemongrass
- 6 leaves lime leaves
- 2 inches galangal
- 4 cloves shallots
- 3 cloves garlic
- 5 pieces bird's eye chilies
- 4 leaves salam leaves (Indonesian bay leaves)
- 2 tablespoons tamarind paste
- 1.5 liters water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon palm sugar
- 2 tablespoons cooking oil
Instructions
Clean and cut each mackerel into 3 large pieces, then set aside.
Crush the lemongrass stalks with the side of a knife and cut them into 2-inch pieces.
Peel and thinly slice the shallots, garlic, and galangal.
In a large pot, heat the cooking oil over medium heat. Add the shallots, garlic, bird's eye chilies, and galangal, sautéing until aromatic.
Add the lemongrass, lime leaves, and salam leaves to the pot and continue to sauté for another 2 minutes.
Pour the water into the pot, and bring it to a gentle boil.
Stir in the tamarind paste, salt, and palm sugar, mixing well to combine all the flavors.
Once the broth is simmering, carefully add the fish pieces into the pot.
Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flavors are well developed.
Adjust seasoning to taste, if necessary.
Serve the Dairy-Free Ikan Pindang hot, garnished with additional fresh lime leaves if desired, alongside steamed rice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1666 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 111.0 g | 142% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.8 g | 119% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 420 mg | 140% | |
| Sodium | 2571 mg | 112% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.7 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.9 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.9 g | ||
| Protein | 114.5 g | 229% | |
| Vitamin D | 96.5 mcg | 482% | |
| Calcium | 306 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 12.6 mg | 70% | |
| Potassium | 2332 mg | 50% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
