Indonesian (Javanese, Sundanese, Minang)

Bean Sprout and Fish Fritters (Bakwan Ikan)

Name: Bean Sprout and Fish Fritters (Bakwan Ikan)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 20 fritters
Cuisine: Indonesian (Javanese, Sundanese, Minang)
Ingredients: 0.5 lb fish; 0.5 lb bean sprouts; 0.5 cup rice flour; 2 tsp baking powder; 1 tsp ground coriander; 1 pinch turmeric; 2 chilies; 4 scallions; 3 garlic cloves; 1 piece ginger; 1 tsp halal-certified light soy sauce; 1 tsp salt; 2 small eggs; vegetable oil

An Indonesian starter of fish, bean sprouts and coriander, seasoned with turmeric and ginger and cooked in a pan.

20 min · Serves 20 · Medium

Method

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Time: Prep 10 min · Cook 10 min · 20 min total
Difficulty: medium

1
In a bowl, mix together all the ingredients except the oil. Heat the oil in a deep skillet or wok to 350°F With a fork, pick up a little of the batter and drop it into the hot oil. Do this 6 or 8 times, frying each for about 3 minutes.
3 min
2
Remove the fritters with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Repeat this process until all the batter has been used up. Serve hot or cold. These can also be served with Nam Chim/Sweet and Sour Chile Sauce as a dip.