Assam Pedas Melaka

I can't even recall when was the last time I purchase Batang Fish.  What I had in mind as an Assam Fish and so we settle for Assam Pedas Melaka since I have cabbage in the fridge.

Learnings: I did a combination of chilli padi, fresh chilli and dried chilli.

What you need:

1 tbsp coriander

½ tsp cumin seeds

½ tsp fennel seeds

1 thumb-sized fresh turmeric

1 tbsp belachan

25 dried chillies, de-seed, and soak in water until soft

3 cloves garlic

1 thumb-sized ginger

1 small onion

1kg Batang fish

¼ sized med cabbage

10 tbsp oil

6 tamarind slices

3 cups water

Salt and sugar to taste

Method:

Roast coriander, cumin, and fennel in a dry pan until fragrant.

Grind, coriander, cumin, fennel, turmeric, chillies, belachan, garlic, ginger, and onion.  (follow this sequence) until fine.

Heat oil and add spices and fry until fragrant.  

Add salt, tamarind rind, water.  Stir well.

Add in fish and mix well.  Cover and bring to a boil.  

Add in cabbage slices and cook until soft.  

Serve with jasmine rice.

Enjoy!