Siomay Bandung is a popular Indonesian street food that originates from the city of Bandung. It is a steamed dumpling that is usually filled with a mixture of fish, shrimp, and vegetables. There are many variations of siomay, but the most popular one is siomay Bandung ikan tenggiri. In this article, we will discuss the recipe for siomay Bandung ikan tenggiri.
Ingredients
- 500 grams of ikan tenggiri (Spanish mackerel)
- 100 grams of tapioca starch
- 150 grams of wheat flour
- 2 eggs
- 100 grams of water
- 3 cloves of garlic
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1 teaspoon of sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon of white pepper powder
- 1 tablespoon of sesame oil
- 100 grams of bamboo shoot, boiled and chopped
- 100 grams of carrot, grated
- 100 grams of cabbage, chopped
- 100 grams of cucumber, sliced
- 100 grams of peanut, fried and crushed
- 10 pieces of siomay skin (available in Asian stores)
- 10 pieces of lettuce leaves
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
- Sweet soy sauce
- Chili sauce
Instructions
Preparing the filling
1. Clean the fish, remove the bones, and chop it finely.
2. Peel and crush the garlic.
3. Mix the fish, garlic, tapioca starch, wheat flour, eggs, water, salt, sugar, white pepper powder, and sesame oil in a bowl. Mix well until all ingredients are well combined.
4. Add the bamboo shoot, carrot, and cabbage to the mixture. Mix well.
Assembling the Siomay
1. Take one piece of siomay skin and place a lettuce leaf on top.
2. Put a tablespoon of the filling on top of the lettuce leaf.
3. Fold the edges of the siomay skin up to create a small pouch.
4. Repeat this process until all the filling is used up.
Steaming the Siomay
1. Prepare a steamer and bring the water to a boil.
2. Place the siomay in the steamer and steam for 20 minutes.
3. Once cooked, remove from the steamer and let it cool down.
Serving the Siomay
1. Arrange the siomay on a plate.
2. Garnish with sliced cucumber and crushed peanuts.
3. Serve with sweet soy sauce, chili sauce, and lime wedges on the side.
Conclusion
Siomay Bandung ikan tenggiri is a delicious and healthy snack that is easy to make. It is perfect for lunch, dinner, or as an appetizer. Try making this recipe at home and enjoy the authentic taste of Indonesian street food.