{"id":2300,"date":"2024-06-12T12:44:12","date_gmt":"2024-06-12T07:14:12","guid":{"rendered":"\/blog\/?p=2300"},"modified":"2025-01-20T15:04:00","modified_gmt":"2025-01-20T09:34:00","slug":"assam-pedas-fish-recipe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"\/blog\/assam-pedas-fish-recipe\/","title":{"rendered":"Assam Pedas Fish \/ Assam Pineapple Fish Recipe"},"content":{"rendered":"<h4><strong>Prepare your taste buds for a rollercoaster of flavours with our exciting <i>Assam Pedas Fish recipe<\/i>! In Malaysia and Indonesia, <i>Assam Pedas Fish<\/i> is often served during special occasions and family gatherings. It\u2019s a dish that brings people together, symbolising warmth and hospitality. This dish is a symphony of tangy, spicy, and slightly sweet notes that will make your dinner an unforgettable experience. Let&#8217;s dive in!<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><em><b>What is <\/b><b>Assam Pedas Fish<\/b><b>?<\/b><\/em><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assam Pedas Fish, also known as &#8220;asam fish&#8221; or &#8220;<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">garam assam fish<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">,&#8221; is a popular Southeast Asian dish celebrated for its vibrant flavours. &#8220;Assam&#8221; (or &#8220;asam&#8221;) means sour in Malay, and &#8220;pedas&#8221; means spicy, perfectly describing the dish&#8217;s unique taste profile. The addition of pineapple gives this classic recipe a sweet twist, making it even more irresistible. And so, if on the net you find \u2018<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assam pedas fish recipe<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2019 \u2018<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Asam fish recipe\u2019<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or \u2018<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pineapple Assam Fish\u2019,<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> it refers to the same dish.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Ingredients<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before we start, let&#8217;s gather all the ingredients you&#8217;ll need for this flavour-packed adventure:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">500g Of FreshToHome <a href=\"https:\/\/www.freshtohome.com\/mackerel-large.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mackerel<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (you can use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.freshtohome.com\/freshwater-sting-ray.html\">stingray<\/a>\/Thirandi or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.freshtohome.com\/catalog-elastic\/search\/?q=snapper\">snapper<\/a> too).<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Our fish are formalin &amp; ammonia free and directly sourced from fisherfolk, guaranteeing you the freshest <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assam stingray<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> delicacy possible!<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 tablespoons tamarind paste<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 cup water<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 onion, finely chopped<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3 cloves garlic, minced<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 thumb-sized piece of ginger, sliced<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 lemongrass stalks, bruised<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5-6 dried red chillies, soaked in warm water and blended<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 fresh red chillies, sliced<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 teaspoon shrimp paste (belacan)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 tablespoons oil<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 teaspoon sugar<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Salt to taste<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 small pineapple, cut into chunks<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 tomatoes, quartered<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fresh coriander for garnish<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Step-by-Step <\/b><b><i>Assam Fish Pineapple<\/i><\/b><b> Version<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><b>1.<br \/>\nFish Preparation<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Season the fish lightly with salt and set it aside. If you&#8217;re using a stingray, make sure to remove any skin and bones. Then our mackerels will soon be taking a flavorful bath in our spicy, sour broth.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_2302\" style=\"width: 466px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Screenshot-2024-06-26-115810.png\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2302\" data-attachment-id=\"2302\" data-permalink=\"\/blog\/assam-pedas-fish-recipe\/screenshot-2024-06-26-115810\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/www.freshtohome.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Screenshot-2024-06-26-115810.png?fit=649%2C427&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"649,427\" data-comments-opened=\"0\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"A plate of fresh mackerel with ingredients for making asam fish recipe\" data-image-description=\"&lt;p&gt;Fresh mackerel bathed in a symphony of spices and aromatics. The scent alone is enough to make your mouth water!&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/www.freshtohome.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Screenshot-2024-06-26-115810.png?fit=300%2C197&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/www.freshtohome.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Screenshot-2024-06-26-115810.png?fit=649%2C427&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"wp-image-2302\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Screenshot-2024-06-26-115810-300x197.png\" alt=\"A plate of fresh mackerel marinating with spices and aromatics for Assam Pedas Fish\" width=\"456\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/www.freshtohome.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Screenshot-2024-06-26-115810.png?resize=300%2C197&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/www.freshtohome.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Screenshot-2024-06-26-115810.png?w=649&amp;ssl=1 649w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 456px) 100vw, 456px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-2302\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Fresh Preservative-Free Mackerel From FreshToHome marinated for Assam Pedas Fish<\/p><\/div>\n<p><b>2.<br \/>\nMix the Tamarind Juice<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In a bowl, mix the tamarind paste with water to create tamarind juice. This tangy liquid gold is the heart of our Assam Pedas Fish recipe. Set it aside for now.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>3.<br \/>\nSaut\u00e9 the Aromatics<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onions, minced garlic, sliced ginger, and bruised lemongrass. Saut\u00e9 until the onions turn translucent and your kitchen smells like an exotic spice market.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>4.<br \/>\nSpice It Up<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Add the blended dried red chillies and shrimp paste to the pot. Stir well to combine, and cook for about 5 minutes until the oil starts to separate from the chilli paste.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>5.<br \/>\nAdd the Tamarind Juice<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pour the tamarind juice into the pot, stirring to combine all the aromatic ingredients. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>6.<br \/>\nSimmer the Fish<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gently add the fish pieces to the pot. Be careful not to stir too vigorously to avoid breaking the fish. Let the fish cook in the tangy broth for about 10 minutes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>7.<br \/>\nAdd Pineapple and Tomatoes<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Throw in quartered tomatoes. The sweetness of the pineapple adds a delightful contrast to the sour and spicy broth. Simmer for another 5-10 minutes until the fish is cooked through and the flavours are well blended.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>8.<br \/>\nSeason to Perfection<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Add sugar and salt to taste. Adjust the seasoning until you achieve the perfect balance of sour, spicy, and sweet. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Serving Suggestions<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assam Pedas Fish pairs beautifully with steamed white rice, which helps to balance the bold flavours. You can also serve it with a side of fresh vegetables or a simple cucumber salad for a refreshing contrast.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Pineapple Assam Fish: A Sweet Twist on Tradition<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you love a hint of sweetness in your dishes, the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pineapple Assam Fish recipe<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a must-try. The pineapple not only adds a sweet note but also enhances the overall flavour profile, making the dish even more tantalising.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_2303\" style=\"width: 463px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Screenshot-2024-06-26-115821.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2303\" data-attachment-id=\"2303\" data-permalink=\"\/blog\/assam-pedas-fish-recipe\/screenshot-2024-06-26-115821\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.freshtohome.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Screenshot-2024-06-26-115821.png?fit=632%2C419&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"632,419\" data-comments-opened=\"0\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"Spicy alert! This fiery Assam Pedas Fish Curry is simmering with the most tantalizing flavors. Succulent fish pieces bathe in a tangy tamarind and chili paradise, with pops of sweetness from pineapple to keep things interesting. Every bite is an explosion of taste &#8211; get ready for a flavor adventure!\" data-image-description=\"&lt;p&gt;Dive into a bowl of this fiery-hot assam pedas fish curry! This irresistible dish features succulent fish pieces stewing in a vibrant red curry bursting with flavor. The tangy tamarind base is perfectly balanced by the heat of chilies, and the pops of sweetness from the pineapple chunks will have your taste buds tingling. Imagine spooning this over fluffy white rice \u2013 it&#8217;s a match made in heaven! This dish is sure to warm you up from the inside out and leave you wanting more.&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.freshtohome.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Screenshot-2024-06-26-115821.png?fit=300%2C199&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.freshtohome.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Screenshot-2024-06-26-115821.png?fit=632%2C419&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"wp-image-2303\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Screenshot-2024-06-26-115821-300x199.png\" alt=\"Final and finished plating of Assam pedas fish curry served on a bed of rice\" width=\"453\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.freshtohome.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Screenshot-2024-06-26-115821.png?resize=300%2C199&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.freshtohome.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Screenshot-2024-06-26-115821.png?w=632&amp;ssl=1 632w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 453px) 100vw, 453px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-2303\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Plate of steamed rice with Assam pedas fish curry poured on<\/p><\/div>\n<h2><b>A Fun, Flavorful Feast<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cooking <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assam Pedas Fish<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is more than just preparing a meal; it\u2019s an adventure for your senses. The harmonious blend of sour, spicy, and sweet flavours makes it a standout in Southeast Asian cuisine. Whether you\u2019re a seasoned cook or a kitchen newbie, this recipe is sure to impress your family and friends. So, grab your ingredients, channel your inner chef, and embark on this fun and flavorful culinary journey!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By following this <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assam Pedas Fish recipe<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you&#8217;ll not only enjoy a delicious dish but also gain a deeper appreciation for the rich culinary traditions of Malaysia and Indonesia. Get ready for a meal that&#8217;s as fun and exciting to make as it is to eat. Happy cooking!<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><em><b><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">SUBMITTED BY<\/span>:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><strong>Nikita Goswami<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FreshToHome Customer, Since 2023<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fish Lover &amp; Weekend Home Chef\u00a0<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Prepare your taste buds for a rollercoaster of flavours with our exciting Assam Pedas Fish recipe! In Malaysia and Indonesia, Assam Pedas Fish is often served during special occasions and family gatherings. It\u2019s a dish that brings people together, symbolising warmth and hospitality. 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