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

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    Sardin Masak Lemak Cili Padi (Sardine In Creamy Chili Gravy)
    Prep: 40 min Cook: 35 min Servings: 4
    by Navaneetham Krishnan
    370 recipes
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    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

    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

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