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Bau Peapi (Mandar Sour Yellow Fish)

Bau Peapi

A Mandar yellow fish dish soured with young mango or tamarind. The perfect partner for jepa.

Time
40 min
Serves
4 people
Origin
West Sulawesi
Type
Fish & Seafood
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Ingredients

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Spice paste

How to Make

  1. Rub the fish with salt and lime and rinse.

  2. Boil the water with the paste, bay leaves and lemongrass.

  3. Add the fish and mango and cook 15 minutes.

  4. Add the chillies and salt and cook 5 minutes more.

Kitchen tip

Bau peapi means 'cooked fish'. It has little sauce and a strong sourness.

Questions

Where does Bau Peapi (Mandar Sour Yellow Fish) come from?

Bau Peapi is a traditional dish from West Sulawesi (capital: Mamuju), in the Sulawesi region of Indonesia.

How long does Bau Peapi (Mandar Sour Yellow Fish) take to make?

It takes about 40 min in total to make 4 servings, including preparation.

What is the secret to a good Bau Peapi (Mandar Sour Yellow Fish)?

Bau peapi means 'cooked fish'. It has little sauce and a strong sourness.

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