Jun 08 2026
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Sambal Fish Recipe

Inspired by John 3:16 Malaysian Delights
Time30m
Serves4

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Ingredients

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Sambal Fish Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Fish

    Rinse the fish fillets under cold water, pat them dry with paper towels, and season with salt and black pepper.

  2. 2

    Make the Sambal Sauce

    In a pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped shallots and garlic, sautéing until fragrant and translucent.

  3. 3

    Add Spices

    Stir in the chopped red chili peppers and diced tomato. Cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

  4. 4

    Season the Sauce

    Add lime juice and soy sauce to the mixture, stirring well. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.

  5. 5

    Cook the Fish

    Carefully place the fish fillets in the pan with the sambal sauce. Spoon some sauce over the fish and cover the pan. Cook for about 7-10 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.

  6. 6

    Garnish and Serve

    Once cooked, remove from heat and sprinkle with chopped cilantro. Serve the sambal fish with rice or noodles, drizzling extra sambal sauce on top.

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