World Flavors Cookbook

Ikan Goreng (Fried Whole Fish)

Name: Ikan Goreng (Fried Whole Fish)
Cook time: 10 min
Cuisine: Indonesia
Ingredients: 1 whole snapper or tilapia Marinade: Turmeric, garlic, salt, lime juice Sambal Terasi for serving

Deep-fried whole fish seasoned with turmeric and garlic, served with a spicy sambal dipping sauce.

Cuisine: Indonesia

Ingredients

1 whole snapper or tilapia Marinade: Turmeric, garlic, salt, lime juice Sambal Terasi for serving

Instructions

1. Score the fish and marinate for 15 minutes. 2. Deep fry in very hot oil until the exterior is extremely crispy and the fins are like crackers. 3. Serve immediately with rice and a hot sambal.