Ikan Masak Tomato Azie Kitchen

Welcome to Azie Kitchen, where we bring you delicious recipes with a Malaysian twist! Today, we are going to share with you a classic Malaysian dish called "Ikan Masak Tomato". This dish is a combination of fresh fish cooked in a tangy tomato-based sauce, infused with aromatic spices and herbs. It is a popular dish in Malaysia, often enjoyed with steamed rice and a side of vegetables.

Ingredients:

500g fish (such as mackerel or pomfret)
2 tablespoons oil
1 onion, sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 thumb-sized ginger, grated
2 red chillies, sliced
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
2 tablespoons tomato paste
400g canned tomatoes
1 tablespoon sugar
Salt to taste
Coriander leaves for garnish

Instructions:

Step 1: Prepare the Fish

Clean the fish and pat dry with a kitchen towel. Season with salt and set aside.

Step 2: Sauté the Aromatics

Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Sauté the onions, garlic, ginger, and red chillies until fragrant and the onions are translucent.

Step 3: Add the Spices

Add the turmeric powder and tomato paste to the pan. Stir well to combine with the aromatics.

Step 4: Simmer the Sauce

Pour in the canned tomatoes and sugar. Stir to combine and bring the sauce to a simmer. Cook for about 5 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly.

Step 5: Cook the Fish

Gently place the seasoned fish into the sauce, making sure it is covered with the tomato mixture. Cook for about 10 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.

Step 6: Serve

Garnish with coriander leaves and serve the Ikan Masak Tomato hot with steamed rice and your favorite vegetables.

Nutrition:

Here is the approximate nutritional information per serving of Ikan Masak Tomato:

Calories: 250
Protein: 30g
Fat: 10g
Carbohydrates: 10g
Fiber: 2g

Ikan Masak Tomato is a flavorful and satisfying dish that will surely impress your family and friends. Try this recipe from Azie Kitchen today and let us know how it turns out. Selamat makan!