Sardin Masak Lemak Cili Padi (Sardine In Creamy Chili Gravy) Recipe
While the coconut milk gives its desired richness and texture, the fresh turmeric permeates the unique yellow shade.
Ingredients
- 2 cans (300g) of sardines (drain out the sauce)
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1/2 tbsp lime juice (or as preferred)
- 1 tomato - sliced
- 4 tbsp oil
- Salt for taste
- 2 stalks coriander leaves - sliced thinly/shredded
- To blend/ground
- 3 bird's eye chilies
- 3-4 dried red chilies
- 1 inch galangal/lengkuas
- 1 lemongrass/serai
- 1 inch fresh turmeric/kunyit
- 4 candle nuts/buah keras
- 4 shallots
- 1/2 inch ginger
- 5 garlic
- Blend/ground with water for a smooth paste
Directions
- In the heated oil, fry paste till aromatic and oil splits.
- Add tomato and pour in 1 cup of water.
- Simmer till gravy is heated through.
- Add sardines and season with salt.
- Just about 4-5 mins, pour in coconut milk and lime juice.
- Stir all in and remove from heat.
- Lastly, combine in coriander leaves
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 275g | |
| Recipe makes 4 servings | |
| Calories 589 | |
| Calories from Fat 395 | 67% |
| Total Fat 45.03g | 56% |
| Saturated Fat 15.34g | 61% |
| Trans Fat 0.35g | |
| Cholesterol 220mg | 73% |
| Sodium 811mg | 34% |
| Potassium 875mg | 25% |
| Total Carbs 6.32g | 2% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.7g | 2% |
| Sugars 2.03g | 1% |
| Protein 40.65g | 65% |
