Indonesian Style Fish Sticks in Sweet Soy Sauce
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This Indonesian-style fish sticks recipe is a delicious twist on the classic fish stick, infused with bold and savory flavors. The crispy fish sticks are coated in a flavorful sauce made from onions, garlic, sambal (chili paste), and sweet soy sauce. It’s a quick and easy dish using common pantry staples, perfect for a simple and satisfying seafood side dish.
Pair these fish sticks Asian-style with steamed rice or stir-fried noodles, or enjoy them with mashed potatoes or French fries for a fusion meal!
Inspired by the rich culinary traditions of Indonesia, this dish uses key ingredients like kecap manis and sambal oelek to deliver authentic flavors. It’s a convenient way to enjoy Indonesian-inspired cuisine without spending hours in the kitchen.
I remember my mom making this for us when she was short on time or low on groceries. She’d open the freezer, pull out some frozen fish sticks, and throw them in a pan with chopped onions, garlic, sambal, and sweet soy sauce. And voila! Time to eat!
Fish Sticks in Sweet Soy Sauce
Easy recipe for crispy Indonesian-style fried fish sticks tossed in a sweet soy sauce. Ready in minutes!
Ingredients
- 1 package of fish sticks (10 pieces)
- 2 tbsp chopped onions
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp chili paste (sambal oelek)
- 1 tbsp sweet soy sauce (kecap manis)
- oil for frying
Instructions
- In a deep frying pan or skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat.
- Fry the frozen fish sticks until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove the fish sticks from the oil and drain them on paper towels.
- In the remaining oil in the pan, sauté the chopped onions and garlic until soft and fragrant, about 2 minutes.
- Stir in the sambal and kecap manis, and cook for another 1-2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Add the fried fish sticks to the pan and toss them gently in the sauce until they are well coated.
- Serve the fish sticks hot,
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 10 Serving Size: 1 fish stickAmount Per Serving: Calories: 30Total Fat: 2gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 2mgSodium: 33mgCarbohydrates: 2gFiber: 0gSugar: 0gProtein: 1g
The nutritional information provided is automatically calculated by the Nutritionix calculator. While we strive to provide accurate information, these figures should be considered estimates.
