5 Recipes for savory snakehead fish with mild spices that can be enjoyed by all ages and even as MPASI

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Brilio.net – Snakehead fish is known as a source of animal protein that is gentle and has many benefits, from helping the body recover to supporting muscle and tissue growth. Apart from that, this fish also has a smooth and tender texture with a natural savory taste, so it is easy to combine with various spices without making the taste too sharp or overpowering. Well, in some of these recipes, the spices used tend to be mild, namely a type of spice with a soft taste, not spicy, not too sour, and not too strong in aroma, so it remains flavorful but is comfortable on the tongue and stomach.

Because the seasoning is mild, this preparation is suitable for various needs such as daily family meals, food for people who are recovering, or even MPASI. The sharp, non-fishy taste of snakehead fish also makes it easier for children to accept it. By steaming, boiling, or cooking with a light sauce, these recipes are healthy, stomach-friendly choices, and still delicious for all ages. Come on, just try making the following recipe for savory snakehead fish with mild spices, compiled BrilioFood from various sources.

1. Recipe for Snakehead Fish in Broth Sauce

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The soft texture of snakehead fish becomes even more delicious when cooked in a warm and simple broth. Simply marinate the fish with garlic, salt and lime, then saute the onions until fragrant. Add water, add carrots, then fish and additional spices. Finally add the tomatoes and spring onions, and serve while hot.

Material:

– Fish cork
– Garlic
– Salt
– Lime
– Carrot
– Tomato
– Onion
– Red onion
– Broth powder
– Air

How to make:

1. Marinate the fish with crushed garlic, salt and lime.
2. Saute the sliced ​​shallots and garlic.
3. Add enough mineral water then add the carrots to make them soft.
4. Add the snakehead fish and stock powder. Stir it around.
5. Add tomatoes and spring onions. Stir well.
6. Ready to enjoy.

2. Snakehead Fish Recipe in Tomato Sauce

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The fresh tomato sauce goes really well with the soft and tasty snakehead fish. The aroma of garlic and ginger makes the sauce fragrant, while the texture of the fish remains juicy and soft. It’s delicious served warm, especially when you want something simple, healthy and easy on the stomach.

Material:

– Snakehead fish fillet, cut into pieces
– Snakehead fish broth (can be replaced with boiled water)
– 1 medium tomato, cut into pieces
– Garlic, crushed
– Ginger, crushed
– Mushroom/chicken/fish stock according to taste

How to make:

1. Saute the crushed garlic and ginger until fragrant.
2. Add the snakehead fish, cook until it changes color using medium heat.
3. Add tomatoes, stir briefly.
4. Add snakehead fish stock, you can also use boiled water plus stock powder or just boiled water.
5. Wait until it starts to boil. Add spices according to taste.
6. Cover for approximately 10 minutes over low heat then adjust the taste.
7. When it is ripe, it is ready to be enjoyed.

3. Snakehead Fish Recipe in Clear Sauce

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This clear snakehead fish sauce has a light but still savory taste, with the aroma of ginger and onions that makes you warm from the first bite. The tomatoes provide a bit of fresh sourness, while the snakehead fish is soft and not fishy because it has been marinated first. Suitable to eat when you need food that is simple, healthy and comfortable on the body without feeling heavy.

Material:

– 1 snakehead fish
– Lime
– Ginger, crushed
– Onion
– Red onion
– Garlic
– Tomato
– Air
– Beef broth
– Anchovy powder
– A pinch of salt
– Onion

How to make:

1. Marinate the fish with lime and crushed ginger.
2. Saute the shallots and garlic.
3. Add the chopped tomatoes.
4. Add quite a lot of mineral water.
5. Add the snakehead fish. Cover and let it cook, don’t forget to turn it over so it cooks evenly.
6. Once cooked and the water has receded, add the spices and spring onions. Stir well.
7. Ready to enjoy.

4. Recipe for Snakehead Fish Soto with Coconut Milk Sauce

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This snakehead fish soup with coconut milk has a savory, creamy taste and is fragrant with spices from turmeric, lemongrass and lime leaves which immediately make your tongue comfortable. The texture of the snakehead fish is soft and blends well with the warm and rich coconut milk sauce. Very suitable for a lunch menu or a warm dish in cold weather.

Material:

– Fish cork
– Air

Ground spices:

– 1 clove of garlic
– 3 cloves of red onion
– 1 candlenut

Aromatic spices:

– 1 bay leaf
– 1 lime leaf
– Lemongrass to taste

Additional ingredients:

– Turmeric
– Coriander
– Salt
– Coconut milk to taste
– Coconut oil
– Onion

How to make:

1. Blend the spices.
2. Pour coconut oil in the pan.
3. Saute ground spices, add aromatic ingredients, coriander powder and turmeric powder. Saute until brown and the aroma comes out.
4. Add enough water. Cook briefly, approximately 10 minutes.
5. Add the filleted and diced fish.
6. Add salt and coconut milk. Wait until it boils.
7. Add spring onions. Cover until cooked.
8. Ready to enjoy.

5. Steamed Snakehead Fish Recipe

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This steamed snakehead fish has a mild savory taste with a distinctive aroma of ginger and sesame oil, producing an oriental-style home-cooked taste. The texture of the fish is soft, juicy, and the spices are absorbed without feeling heavy. Suitable for a healthy menu that is still delicious and comforting.

Material:

– 1/4 snakehead fish
– Salty soy sauce
– Chicken stock powder
– Fried garlic (can use minced garlic)
– Cornstarch
– Ginger juice
– Sesame oil

How to make:

1. Cut the snakehead fish fillet according to taste.
2. Add soy sauce and chicken stock powder.
3. Add fried garlic or minced garlic.
4. Add a little cornstarch and ginger juice. Stir well.
5. Add sesame oil then steam over medium heat for 30-40 minutes.
6. When ready to serve.

Author: Intern/Zalma Abella

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