asam pedas
🇮🇩 A dish from Indonesia
Asam pedas is a traditional sour and spicy gulai commonly found in Southeast Asia, particularly in Malaysia, Indonesia and Singapore. The dish is typically associated with Malay, Minangkabau, Acehnese and Peranakan cuisines, and is prepared using various types of seafood or freshwater fish.
What gives it away
| 🥘Main ingredients | fish, tamarind, chili, torch ginger flower, lemongrass, turmeric, tomato |
|---|---|
| 🔥Cooking method | simmered in a spiced sour broth |
| 👅Flavour & style | sour and spicy, aromatic, brothy |
| 🕒When it’s eaten | lunch or dinner with rice |
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Frequently asked questions
Where does asam pedas come from?
asam pedas is a dish that originated in Indonesia.
What is asam pedas?
Asam pedas is a traditional sour and spicy gulai commonly found in Southeast Asia, particularly in Malaysia, Indonesia and Singapore. The dish is typically associated with Malay, Minangkabau, Acehnese and Peranakan cuisines, and is prepared using various types of seafood or freshwater fish.