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Parende (Buton Sour Fish Soup)

Parende Ikan

A Buton fish soup with a sour, spicy yellow broth of bilimbi and lemon basil. Often eaten with kasoami.

Time
35 min
Serves
4 people
Origin
Southeast 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, bilimbi and salt.

  3. Cook 10 minutes, then add the chillies and tomato.

  4. Add the basil and serve.

Kitchen tip

Fish with a large head, such as red snapper, makes the broth richer.

Questions

Where does Parende (Buton Sour Fish Soup) come from?

Parende Ikan is a traditional dish from Southeast Sulawesi (capital: Kendari), in the Sulawesi region of Indonesia.

How long does Parende (Buton Sour Fish Soup) take to make?

It takes about 35 min in total to make 4 servings, including preparation.

What is the secret to a good Parende (Buton Sour Fish Soup)?

Fish with a large head, such as red snapper, makes the broth richer.

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