From BengkuluVegetables, Soto & Soups
Lemea Curry (Fermented Bamboo Shoots)
Gulai Lemea
A Rejang dish of bamboo shoots fermented with small fish, cooked as a curry with tilapia. Strong aroma, sour and savoury.
- Time
- 45 min
- Serves
- 4 people
- Origin
- Bengkulu
- Type
- Vegetables, Soto & Soups
Ingredients
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Spice paste
How to Make
Fry the paste with lemongrass and bay leaves until fragrant.
Add the lemea and stir until coated.
Pour in the coconut milk and stir until boiling.
Add the fish and salt and cook 15 minutes until done.
Kitchen tip
You can make lemea by mixing chopped bamboo shoots with small fish and fermenting for 3 days in a closed container.
Questions
Where does Lemea Curry (Fermented Bamboo Shoots) come from?
Gulai Lemea is a traditional dish from Bengkulu (capital: Bengkulu), in the Sumatra region of Indonesia.
How long does Lemea Curry (Fermented Bamboo Shoots) take to make?
It takes about 45 min in total to make 4 servings, including preparation.
What is the secret to a good Lemea Curry (Fermented Bamboo Shoots)?
You can make lemea by mixing chopped bamboo shoots with small fish and fermenting for 3 days in a closed container.