Balado is a popular Indonesian dish known for its vibrant red chili sauce and bold flavors. This recipe uses fish, but the balado sauce can also be enjoyed with chicken, eggs, or vegetables.
Ingredients
4 fish fillets (snapper, mackerel, or any firm white fish)
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons lime or lemon juice
Oil for frying
For the Balado Sauce
8–10 red chilies (adjust to taste)
4 cloves garlic
4 shallots
1 medium tomato, chopped
1 tablespoon palm sugar (or brown sugar)
Salt, to taste
1 tablespoon tamarind paste (optional for tanginess)
2 tablespoons oil (for sautéing)
Instructions
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