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Sardin Masak Lemak Cili Padi (Sardine In Creamy Chili Gravy) Recipe
by Navaneetham Krishnan

Sardin Masak Lemak Cili Padi (Sardine In Creamy Chili Gravy)

While the coconut milk gives its desired richness and texture, the fresh turmeric permeates the unique yellow shade.

Rating: 4/5
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Prep time: Malaysia Malaysian
Cook time: Servings: 4 person

Goes Well With: side dish with rice

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

  1. In the heated oil, fry paste till aromatic and oil splits.
  2. Add tomato and pour in 1 cup of water.
  3. Simmer till gravy is heated through.
  4. Add sardines and season with salt.
  5. Just about 4-5 mins, pour in coconut milk and lime juice.
  6. Stir all in and remove from heat.
  7. Lastly, combine in coriander leaves