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Palumara (Sour Yellow Fish Soup)

Palumara Ikan

A sour, spicy yellow fish soup from Central Sulawesi and the Bugis-Mandar people, fresh from tamarind and fragrant with turmeric.

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

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Spice paste

How to Make

  1. Boil the water with the paste and lemongrass.

  2. Add the fish, tamarind, chillies, salt and sugar.

  3. Cook 10 to 15 minutes until the fish is done.

  4. Add the tomato and spring onion, cook briefly and serve.

Kitchen tip

The broth should taste strongly sour and of turmeric. Adjust before serving.

Questions

Where does Palumara (Sour Yellow Fish Soup) come from?

Palumara Ikan is a traditional dish from Central Sulawesi (capital: Palu), in the Sulawesi region of Indonesia.

How long does Palumara (Sour Yellow Fish Soup) take to make?

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

What is the secret to a good Palumara (Sour Yellow Fish Soup)?

The broth should taste strongly sour and of turmeric. Adjust before serving.

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