A little time-consuming to prepare and eat what with all the minute bones but worth the effort.
Ikan Terubuk Nyonya (Longtail Scad Nyonya-style)
about 300g whole ikan terubuk (longtail scad), gutted but leave the scales on
1 kaffir lime leaf, finely shredded
1 tbsp oil
Grind into a paste:
3 shallots
1.5 cloves of garlic
1/2 a lemongrass
1/2 tsp turmeric powder
- Mix the paste with the kaffir leaf.
- Smear the paste all over the fish and set aside to marinade for 1 hour.
For the Sauce: (blend together)
2 red chillies
1 clove of garlic
1/2 tsp sugar
1/2 tsp kecap manis
1/2 tsp light soy sauce
Juice from 1 lime
- Grill the fish on a piece of banana leaf, basting with oil until cooked.
- Serve with sauce.
(Recipe from here)
