Favorite Artists, Exploring Deeper into Gayo Aceh's Special Grilled Fish Sambal

Kapanlagi.com - Discussing the delicious and savory dish of grilled fish will never end. From Sabang to Merauke, this regional specialty that offers grilled fish is a favorite among all circles, including artists.

As reported from the YouTube show Anak Kuliner, there are several artists who really like the special grilled fish sambal from Gayo, Aceh, such as Acha Septriasa and Inul Daratista. The reason is that this dish has a unique and spicy flavor that makes them addicted to try it again and again.

Curious about the special grilled fish sambal from Gayo, Aceh? Let's take a look at the explanation below! 

1. Fish commonly used

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Gourami Fish

Gourami fish is often used as the main ingredient in grilled fish. This is because gourami fish has thick, dense, and juicy flesh. Its unique texture makes it suitable for grilling because it does not easily break during the cooking process.

Tilapia Fish

This fish is also often chosen to be grilled. Tilapia fish is considered to have delicious and aromatic flesh. In addition, its sweet and savory taste makes it perfect for grilling, as the grilling process helps to enhance the natural flavor of the fish.

Pomfret Fish

Equally delicious, pomfret fish is also commonly used as the main ingredient in favorite grilled fish menus. Besides having a unique, delicious, and savory taste, pomfret fish is relatively easy to find in various regions, especially in coastal areas. Its abundant availability makes it an economical choice and is consumed by many people.

Catfish

It turns out that catfish can also be served in a grilled fish menu. Catfish has a delicious and savory taste. Although it has a lighter taste compared to some sea fish, many people enjoy its unique flavor.

2. Varian Sambal Ikan Bakar Khas Gayo Aceh

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Bajang-Bajang Sambal

Bajang-Bajang Sambal is a typical sambal from Gayo, Aceh, Indonesia. This sambal is famous for its strong spicy taste and unique flavor. Bajang-Bajang Sambal is generally made using red chili peppers, shallots, garlic, terasi (shrimp paste or belacan), salt, and coconut oil.

Grilled Sambal

Another delicious sambal from Gayo, Aceh is grilled sambal. This sambal is well-known for its strong spicy taste and fragrant aroma from various spices used. To make the typical grilled sambal from Gayo, Aceh, you will need ingredients such as red chili peppers, shallots, garlic, lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, galangal, salt, sugar, coconut oil, and tamarind (asam jawa) which gives it a sour taste.

Sour and Spicy Sambal

Equally popular, this Gayo Aceh sambal is a favorite among Indonesians because of its combination of spicy and sour flavors. Made from various unique and delicious ingredients such as red chili peppers, tamarind, shallots and garlic, sugar and salt.

3. Grilled Fish with Gayo Aceh Sambal

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Just from its name, we already know that this typical culinary from the Gayo region in Aceh is famous for its spicy and refreshing taste. Served with three different sambal variants, it becomes a distinguishing feature from grilled fish dishes elsewhere.

In short, Gayo Aceh's grilled fish with sambal is a complete package, guaranteed to make you addicted to it.

Author: Rizky Ramadhan

(kpl/glo)